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Violent Crime in Hampton, Virginia (2026)

415.5 per 100K · 14% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Hampton has a violent crime rate of 415.5 per 100K, which is 14% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 241 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Hampton, Virginia is 415.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 14% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Hampton's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Hampton vs State and National Averages

Hampton
415.5
Virginia Avg
370.6
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Hampton

1 in 241

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Hampton in a given year, based on the rate of 415.5 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 Hampton

C+
Property Crime2142.6/100K · 17% above avg
C
Murder8.1/100K · 42% above avg
C+
Assault278.0/100K · 4% above avg
B-
Robbery58.1/100K · 8% below avg
B-
Burglary268.7/100K · 0% below avg
B-
Theft1394.3/100K · 1% below avg
B-
Vehicle Theft301.2/100K · 5% below avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Alexandria
C+
414.3
Suffolk
C+
429.2
Roanoke
C+
422.0
Portsmouth
C+
425.5
Newport News
C+
450.2
Lynchburg
C+
366.3

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Hampton

How bad is violent crime in Hampton?
As of 2026, Hampton's violent crime rate of 415.5 per 100K is 14% above the national average. It ranks behind 57% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Hampton?
As of 2026, 415.5 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 Hampton?
Overall crime trends in Hampton have been improving, which generally includes violent crime.
How does Hampton's violent crime compare to Virginia?
Hampton's violent crime rate is higher than many Virginia cities. The rate of 415.5 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Hampton?
Based on the rate of 415.5 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 241 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 Hampton safe from violent crime?
Hampton is about average for violent crime. The rate of 415.5 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Hampton 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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