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Violent Crime in Falls Church, Virginia (2026)

309.9 per 100K · 15% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Falls Church has a violent crime rate of 309.9 per 100K, which is 15% below the national average of 363.8. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 323 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Falls Church, Virginia is 309.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 15% below the national average of 363.8. That puts Falls Church's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Falls Church vs State and National Averages

Falls Church
309.9
Virginia Avg
370.6
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Falls Church

1 in 323

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Falls Church in a given year, based on the rate of 309.9 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 Falls Church

B
Property Crime1709.3/100K · 7% below avg
B
Murder3.7/100K · 35% below avg
B-
Assault211.0/100K · 21% below avg
B
Robbery43.7/100K · 31% below avg
C+
Burglary292.7/100K · 8% above avg
B-
Theft1057.9/100K · 25% below avg
B-
Vehicle Theft248.8/100K · 22% below avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Front Royal
C+
355.4
Williamsburg
C+
396.6
Bristol
C+
355.7
Martinsville
B-
340.5
Manassas Park
C+
394.2
Vienna
B-
317.1

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Falls Church

How bad is violent crime in Falls Church?
As of 2026, Falls Church's violent crime rate of 309.9 per 100K is 15% below the national average. It ranks behind 46% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Falls Church?
As of 2026, 309.9 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 Falls Church?
Overall crime trends in Falls Church have been improving, which generally includes violent crime.
How does Falls Church's violent crime compare to Virginia?
Falls Church performs better than most Virginia cities on violent crime. Its rate of 309.9 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Falls Church?
Based on the rate of 309.9 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 323 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 Falls Church safe from violent crime?
Falls Church is about average for violent crime. The rate of 309.9 per 100K is close to 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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