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Assault in Blacksburg, Virginia (2026)

235.2 per 100K · 12% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Blacksburg has a assault rate of 235.2 per 100K, which is 12% below the national average of 268.2. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 425 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Blacksburg, Virginia is 235.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 12% below the national average of 268.2. That puts Blacksburg's assault close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Blacksburg vs State and National Averages

Blacksburg
235.2
Virginia Avg
275.0
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Blacksburg

1 in 425

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Blacksburg in a given year, based on the rate of 235.2 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 Blacksburg

C+
Violent Crime367.9/100K · 1% above avg
B-
Property Crime1880.8/100K · 3% above avg
C+
Murder7.2/100K · 26% above avg
C+
Robbery80.0/100K · 26% above avg

Assault in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Charlottesville
B-
262.9
Manassas
B
183.7
Danville
B-
212.1
Leesburg
C+
288.6
Harrisonburg
C+
310.3
Petersburg
B-
256.3

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Blacksburg

How bad is assault in Blacksburg?
As of 2026, Blacksburg's assault rate of 235.2 per 100K is 12% below the national average. It ranks behind 46% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Blacksburg?
As of 2026, 235.2 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 Blacksburg?
Crime rates in Blacksburg have been stable overall. Assault has not shown significant movement.
How does Blacksburg's assault compare to Virginia?
Blacksburg performs better than most Virginia cities on assault. Its rate of 235.2 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Blacksburg?
Based on the rate of 235.2 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 425 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 Blacksburg safe from assault?
Blacksburg is about average for assault. The rate of 235.2 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Blacksburg 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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