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Assault in Danville, Virginia (2026)

212.1 per 100K · 21% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Danville has a assault rate of 212.1 per 100K, which is 21% below the national average of 268.2. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 471 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Danville, Virginia is 212.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 21% below the national average of 268.2. That puts Danville's assault below the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Danville vs State and National Averages

Danville
212.1
Virginia Avg
275.0
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Danville

1 in 471

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Danville in a given year, based on the rate of 212.1 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 Danville

B-
Violent Crime329.0/100K · 10% below avg
B
Property Crime1647.4/100K · 10% below avg
B-
Murder4.5/100K · 21% below avg
C+
Robbery73.8/100K · 17% above avg

Assault in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Manassas
B
183.7
Charlottesville
B-
262.9
Blacksburg
B-
235.2
Petersburg
B-
256.3
Leesburg
C+
288.6
Harrisonburg
C+
310.3

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Danville

How bad is assault in Danville?
As of 2026, Danville's assault rate of 212.1 per 100K is 21% below the national average. It ranks behind 43% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Danville?
As of 2026, 212.1 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 Danville?
Crime in Danville has trended upward recently, though specific assault trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Danville's assault compare to Virginia?
Danville performs better than most Virginia cities on assault. Its rate of 212.1 per 100K is below the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Danville?
Based on the rate of 212.1 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 471 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 Danville safe from assault?
Danville is about average for assault. The rate of 212.1 per 100K is below the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Danville 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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