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Violent Crime in Hopewell, Virginia (2026)

411.1 per 100K · 13% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Hopewell has a violent crime rate of 411.1 per 100K, which is 13% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 243 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Hopewell, Virginia is 411.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 13% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Hopewell's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Hopewell vs State and National Averages

Hopewell
411.1
Virginia Avg
370.6
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Hopewell

1 in 243

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Hopewell in a given year, based on the rate of 411.1 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 Hopewell

C+
Property Crime2063.1/100K · 13% above avg
B-
Murder5.7/100K · 0% below avg
B-
Assault246.6/100K · 8% below avg
C
Robbery99.1/100K · 57% above avg
B-
Burglary273.0/100K · 1% above avg
C+
Theft1625.4/100K · 16% above avg
C
Vehicle Theft477.7/100K · 50% above avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Waynesboro
B-
340.5
Christiansburg
C+
359.3
Culpeper
C+
425.1
Herndon
C+
391.9
Salem
B-
314.5
Fairfax
B-
308.6

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Hopewell

How bad is violent crime in Hopewell?
As of 2026, Hopewell's violent crime rate of 411.1 per 100K is 13% above the national average. It ranks behind 56% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Hopewell?
As of 2026, 411.1 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 Hopewell?
Crime rates in Hopewell have been stable overall. Violent Crime has not shown significant movement.
How does Hopewell's violent crime compare to Virginia?
Hopewell's violent crime rate is higher than many Virginia cities. The rate of 411.1 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Hopewell?
Based on the rate of 411.1 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 243 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 Hopewell safe from violent crime?
Hopewell is about average for violent crime. The rate of 411.1 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Hopewell 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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