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Violent Crime in Bristol, Tennessee (2026)

460.6 per 100K · 27% above national avg · Grade C

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Bristol has a violent crime rate of 460.6 per 100K, which is 27% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 217 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Bristol, Tennessee is 460.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 27% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Bristol's violent crime above the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Bristol vs State and National Averages

Bristol
460.6
Tennessee Avg
433.0
National Avg
363.8

Rates per 100,000 residents. 2023 FBI UCR data.

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Bristol

1 in 217

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Bristol in a given year, based on the rate of 460.6 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Violent Crime?

Violent crime includes offenses where force or the threat of force is used against a victim. The FBI classifies four crimes as violent: murder and non-negligent manslaughter, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault.

Other Crime Types in Bristol

B
Property Crime1626.5/100K · 11% below avg
C+
Murder6.1/100K · 7% above avg
C+
Assault340.3/100K · 27% above avg
D+
Robbery116.7/100K · 84% above avg
B-
Burglary212.3/100K · 21% below avg
B-
Theft1342.7/100K · 4% below avg
B-
Vehicle Theft263.6/100K · 17% below avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Shelbyville
B-
341.7
Farragut
C+
450.7
Maryville
B-
339.2
Morristown
C+
445.7
East Ridge
C+
375.3
Tullahoma
B-
343.9

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Bristol

How bad is violent crime in Bristol?
As of 2026, Bristol's violent crime rate of 460.6 per 100K is 27% above the national average. It ranks behind 61% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Bristol?
As of 2026, 460.6 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 363.8 per 100K.
Is violent crime increasing in Bristol?
Crime rates in Bristol have been stable overall. Violent Crime has not shown significant movement.
How does Bristol's violent crime compare to Tennessee?
Bristol's violent crime rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 460.6 per 100K is above the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Bristol?
Based on the rate of 460.6 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 217 residents could be affected by violent crime in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Bristol safe from violent crime?
Violent Crime is a concern in Bristol. The rate of 460.6 per 100K is above the national average, ranking behind 61% of US cities. Take extra precautions.
Back to Bristol safety overviewHow we calculate grades

2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national and state-level crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

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