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Violent Crime in Bristol, Virginia (2026)

355.7 per 100K · 2% below national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Bristol has a violent crime rate of 355.7 per 100K, which is 2% below the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 281 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Bristol, Virginia is 355.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 2% below the national average of 363.8. That puts Bristol's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Bristol vs State and National Averages

Bristol
355.7
Virginia Avg
370.6
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Bristol

1 in 281

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Bristol in a given year, based on the rate of 355.7 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 Bristol

B
Property Crime1540.9/100K · 16% below avg
C+
Murder6.7/100K · 18% above avg
B-
Assault262.1/100K · 2% below avg
C
Robbery88.6/100K · 40% above avg
C+
Burglary288.5/100K · 7% above avg
B-
Theft1135.1/100K · 19% below avg
C+
Vehicle Theft377.4/100K · 19% above avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Manassas Park
C+
394.2
Vienna
B-
317.1
Williamsburg
C+
396.6
Front Royal
C+
355.4
Radford
C+
380.8
Falls Church
B-
309.9

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Bristol

How bad is violent crime in Bristol?
As of 2026, Bristol's violent crime rate of 355.7 per 100K is 2% below the national average. It ranks behind 51% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Bristol?
As of 2026, 355.7 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 Bristol?
Crime in Bristol has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Bristol's violent crime compare to Virginia?
Bristol performs better than most Virginia cities on violent crime. Its rate of 355.7 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Bristol?
Based on the rate of 355.7 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 281 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 Bristol safe from violent crime?
Bristol is about average for violent crime. The rate of 355.7 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Bristol 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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