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Violent Crime in Front Royal, Virginia (2026)

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

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Front Royal has a violent crime rate of 355.4 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 Front Royal, Virginia is 355.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 2% below the national average of 363.8. That puts Front Royal's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Front Royal vs State and National Averages

Front Royal
355.4
Virginia Avg
370.6
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Front Royal

1 in 281

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Front Royal in a given year, based on the rate of 355.4 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 Front Royal

B-
Property Crime1883.5/100K · 3% above avg
B-
Murder4.3/100K · 25% below avg
B-
Assault222.7/100K · 17% below avg
B-
Robbery60.6/100K · 4% below avg
C+
Burglary315.0/100K · 17% above avg
C+
Theft1507.0/100K · 8% above avg
B-
Vehicle Theft251.3/100K · 21% below avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Williamsburg
C+
396.6
Falls Church
B-
309.9
Bristol
C+
355.7
Manassas Park
C+
394.2
Vienna
B-
317.1
Radford
C+
380.8

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Front Royal

How bad is violent crime in Front Royal?
As of 2026, Front Royal's violent crime rate of 355.4 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 Front Royal?
As of 2026, 355.4 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 Front Royal?
Crime in Front Royal has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Front Royal's violent crime compare to Virginia?
Front Royal performs better than most Virginia cities on violent crime. Its rate of 355.4 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Front Royal?
Based on the rate of 355.4 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 Front Royal safe from violent crime?
Front Royal is about average for violent crime. The rate of 355.4 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Front Royal 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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