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Violent Crime in Shelbyville, Tennessee (2026)

341.7 per 100K · 6% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Shelbyville has a violent crime rate of 341.7 per 100K, which is 6% below the national average of 363.8. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 293 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Shelbyville, Tennessee is 341.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 6% below the national average of 363.8. That puts Shelbyville's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Shelbyville vs State and National Averages

Shelbyville
341.7
Tennessee Avg
433.0
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Shelbyville

1 in 293

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Shelbyville in a given year, based on the rate of 341.7 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 Shelbyville

C+
Property Crime2186.3/100K · 19% above avg
B-
Murder5.2/100K · 9% below avg
B-
Assault258.1/100K · 4% below avg
B
Robbery35.3/100K · 44% below avg
B-
Burglary266.1/100K · 1% below avg
C+
Theft1703.7/100K · 22% above avg
B-
Vehicle Theft229.2/100K · 28% below avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Farragut
C+
450.7
Bristol
C
460.6
East Ridge
C+
375.3
Tullahoma
B-
343.9
Springfield
C+
426.4
Maryville
B-
339.2

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Shelbyville

How bad is violent crime in Shelbyville?
As of 2026, Shelbyville's violent crime rate of 341.7 per 100K is 6% below the national average. It ranks behind 49% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Shelbyville?
As of 2026, 341.7 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 Shelbyville?
Crime in Shelbyville has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Shelbyville's violent crime compare to Tennessee?
Shelbyville's violent crime rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 341.7 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Shelbyville?
Based on the rate of 341.7 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 293 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 Shelbyville safe from violent crime?
Shelbyville is about average for violent crime. The rate of 341.7 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Shelbyville 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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