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Assault in Springfield, Tennessee (2026)

268.7 per 100K · 0% above national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Springfield has a assault rate of 268.7 per 100K, which is 0% above the national average of 268.2. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 372 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Springfield, Tennessee is 268.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 0% above the national average of 268.2. That puts Springfield's assault close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Springfield vs State and National Averages

Springfield
268.7
Tennessee Avg
318.6
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Springfield

1 in 372

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Springfield in a given year, based on the rate of 268.7 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 Springfield

C+
Violent Crime426.4/100K · 17% above avg
B-
Property Crime1844.4/100K · 1% above avg
C+
Murder6.9/100K · 21% above avg
B-
Robbery48.6/100K · 23% below avg

Assault in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Sevierville
B-
266.8
Tullahoma
C+
277.7
East Ridge
C+
281.6
White House
C+
279.5
Goodlettsville
B-
198.3
Dickson
C+
273.6

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Springfield

How bad is assault in Springfield?
As of 2026, Springfield's assault rate of 268.7 per 100K is 0% above the national average. It ranks behind 50% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Springfield?
As of 2026, 268.7 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 Springfield?
Crime rates in Springfield have been stable overall. Assault has not shown significant movement.
How does Springfield's assault compare to Tennessee?
Springfield performs better than most Tennessee cities on assault. Its rate of 268.7 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Springfield?
Based on the rate of 268.7 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 372 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 Springfield safe from assault?
Springfield is about average for assault. The rate of 268.7 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Springfield 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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