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Violent Crime in Danville, Virginia (2026)

329.0 per 100K · 10% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Danville has a violent crime rate of 329.0 per 100K, which is 10% below the national average of 363.8. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 304 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Danville, Virginia is 329.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 10% below the national average of 363.8. That puts Danville's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Danville vs State and National Averages

Danville
329.0
Virginia Avg
370.6
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Danville

1 in 304

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Danville in a given year, based on the rate of 329.0 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 Danville

B
Property Crime1647.4/100K · 10% below avg
B-
Murder4.5/100K · 21% below avg
B-
Assault212.1/100K · 21% below avg
C+
Robbery73.8/100K · 17% above avg
B-
Burglary198.0/100K · 27% below avg
B-
Theft1322.2/100K · 6% below avg
B-
Vehicle Theft243.6/100K · 23% below avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Manassas
B-
301.6
Charlottesville
B-
310.0
Blacksburg
C+
367.9
Petersburg
B-
322.6
Leesburg
B-
342.5
Harrisonburg
C+
393.8

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Danville

How bad is violent crime in Danville?
As of 2026, Danville's violent crime rate of 329.0 per 100K is 10% below the national average. It ranks behind 48% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Danville?
As of 2026, 329.0 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 Danville?
Crime in Danville has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Danville's violent crime compare to Virginia?
Danville performs better than most Virginia cities on violent crime. Its rate of 329.0 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Danville?
Based on the rate of 329.0 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 304 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 Danville safe from violent crime?
Danville is about average for violent crime. The rate of 329.0 per 100K is close to 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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