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Assault in Falls Church, Virginia (2026)

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

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Falls Church has a assault rate of 211.0 per 100K, which is 21% below the national average of 268.2. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 474 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Falls Church, Virginia is 211.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 21% below the national average of 268.2. That puts Falls Church's assault below the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Falls Church vs State and National Averages

Falls Church
211.0
Virginia Avg
275.0
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Falls Church

1 in 474

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Falls Church in a given year, based on the rate of 211.0 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 Falls Church

B-
Violent Crime309.9/100K · 15% below avg
B
Property Crime1709.3/100K · 7% below avg
B
Murder3.7/100K · 35% below avg
B
Robbery43.7/100K · 31% below avg

Assault in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Front Royal
B-
222.7
Williamsburg
C+
275.2
Bristol
B-
262.1
Martinsville
B-
203.8
Manassas Park
C+
334.5
Vienna
B-
243.3

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Falls Church

How bad is assault in Falls Church?
As of 2026, Falls Church's assault rate of 211.0 per 100K is 21% below the national average. It ranks behind 43% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Falls Church?
As of 2026, 211.0 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 Falls Church?
Overall crime trends in Falls Church have been improving, which generally includes assault.
How does Falls Church's assault compare to Virginia?
Falls Church performs better than most Virginia cities on assault. Its rate of 211.0 per 100K is below the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Falls Church?
Based on the rate of 211.0 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 474 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 Falls Church safe from assault?
Falls Church is about average for assault. The rate of 211.0 per 100K is below the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Falls Church 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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