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Assault in Manchester, Tennessee (2026)

274.1 per 100K · 2% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Manchester has a assault rate of 274.1 per 100K, which is 2% above the national average of 268.2. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 365 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Manchester, Tennessee is 274.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 2% above the national average of 268.2. That puts Manchester's assault close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Manchester vs State and National Averages

Manchester
274.1
Tennessee Avg
318.6
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Manchester

1 in 365

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Manchester in a given year, based on the rate of 274.1 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Assault?

Aggravated assault is an unlawful attack by one person upon another for the purpose of inflicting severe bodily injury, typically involving a weapon or means likely to produce death or great harm.

Other Crime Types in Manchester

B-
Violent Crime340.1/100K · 7% below avg
C+
Property Crime2052.3/100K · 12% above avg
B-
Murder5.5/100K · 4% below avg
B
Robbery31.9/100K · 50% below avg

Assault in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Alcoa
B-
261.0
Portland
C+
312.4
McMinnville
B-
256.2
Lewisburg
B-
224.3
Soddy-Daisy
C+
302.3
Elizabethton
B-
257.7

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Manchester

How bad is assault in Manchester?
As of 2026, Manchester's assault rate of 274.1 per 100K is 2% above the national average. It ranks behind 51% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Manchester?
As of 2026, 274.1 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 268.2 per 100K.
Is assault increasing in Manchester?
Crime in Manchester has trended upward recently, though specific assault trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Manchester's assault compare to Tennessee?
Manchester performs better than most Tennessee cities on assault. Its rate of 274.1 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Manchester?
Based on the rate of 274.1 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 365 residents could be affected by assault in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Manchester safe from assault?
Manchester is about average for assault. The rate of 274.1 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Manchester 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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