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Assault in Alexandria, Virginia (2026)

329.0 per 100K · 23% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Alexandria has a assault rate of 329.0 per 100K, which is 23% above the national average of 268.2. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 304 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Alexandria, Virginia is 329.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 23% above the national average of 268.2. That puts Alexandria's assault above the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Alexandria vs State and National Averages

Alexandria
329.0
Virginia Avg
275.0
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Alexandria

1 in 304

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Alexandria in a given year, based on the rate of 329.0 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 Alexandria

C+
Violent Crime414.3/100K · 14% above avg
C+
Property Crime2053.2/100K · 12% above avg
B-
Murder5.3/100K · 7% below avg
C+
Robbery66.8/100K · 6% above avg

Assault in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Newport News
C+
298.8
Hampton
C+
278.0
Suffolk
C+
280.5
Roanoke
C+
320.1
Portsmouth
C
359.6
Norfolk
C+
293.2

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Alexandria

How bad is assault in Alexandria?
As of 2026, Alexandria's assault rate of 329.0 per 100K is 23% above the national average. It ranks behind 57% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Alexandria?
As of 2026, 329.0 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 Alexandria?
Crime in Alexandria has trended upward recently, though specific assault trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Alexandria's assault compare to Virginia?
Alexandria performs better than most Virginia cities on assault. Its rate of 329.0 per 100K is above the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Alexandria?
Based on the rate of 329.0 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 304 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 Alexandria safe from assault?
Alexandria is about average for assault. The rate of 329.0 per 100K is above the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Alexandria 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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