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Violent Crime in Herndon, Virginia (2026)

391.9 per 100K · 8% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Herndon has a violent crime rate of 391.9 per 100K, which is 8% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 255 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Herndon, Virginia is 391.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 8% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Herndon's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Herndon vs State and National Averages

Herndon
391.9
Virginia Avg
370.6
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Herndon

1 in 255

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Herndon in a given year, based on the rate of 391.9 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 Herndon

B-
Property Crime1805.4/100K · 1% below avg
C
Murder7.9/100K · 39% above avg
C+
Assault300.7/100K · 12% above avg
B
Robbery39.0/100K · 38% below avg
B-
Burglary229.2/100K · 15% below avg
C+
Theft1450.3/100K · 3% above avg
C
Vehicle Theft463.4/100K · 46% above avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Salem
B-
314.5
Fairfax
B-
308.6
Staunton
B-
351.0
Waynesboro
B-
340.5
Hopewell
C+
411.1
Winchester
C+
388.5

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Herndon

How bad is violent crime in Herndon?
As of 2026, Herndon's violent crime rate of 391.9 per 100K is 8% above the national average. It ranks behind 54% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Herndon?
As of 2026, 391.9 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 Herndon?
Crime rates in Herndon have been stable overall. Violent Crime has not shown significant movement.
How does Herndon's violent crime compare to Virginia?
Herndon's violent crime rate is higher than many Virginia cities. The rate of 391.9 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Herndon?
Based on the rate of 391.9 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 255 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 Herndon safe from violent crime?
Herndon is about average for violent crime. The rate of 391.9 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Herndon 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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