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Assault in Leesburg, Virginia (2026)

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

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Leesburg has a assault rate of 288.6 per 100K, which is 8% above the national average of 268.2. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 347 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Leesburg, Virginia is 288.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 8% above the national average of 268.2. That puts Leesburg's assault close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Leesburg vs State and National Averages

Leesburg
288.6
Virginia Avg
275.0
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Leesburg

1 in 347

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Leesburg in a given year, based on the rate of 288.6 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Assault?

Aggravated assault is an unlawful attack by one person upon another for the purpose of inflicting severe bodily injury, typically involving a weapon or means likely to produce death or great harm.

Other Crime Types in Leesburg

B-
Violent Crime342.5/100K · 6% below avg
B-
Property Crime1815.5/100K · 1% below avg
C+
Murder6.9/100K · 21% above avg
B-
Robbery46.8/100K · 26% below avg

Assault in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Harrisonburg
C+
310.3
Blacksburg
B-
235.2
Charlottesville
B-
262.9
Manassas
B
183.7
Danville
B-
212.1
Petersburg
B-
256.3

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Leesburg

How bad is assault in Leesburg?
As of 2026, Leesburg's assault rate of 288.6 per 100K is 8% above the national average. It ranks behind 53% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Leesburg?
As of 2026, 288.6 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 268.2 per 100K.
Is assault increasing in Leesburg?
Overall crime trends in Leesburg have been improving, which generally includes assault.
How does Leesburg's assault compare to Virginia?
Leesburg performs better than most Virginia cities on assault. Its rate of 288.6 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Leesburg?
Based on the rate of 288.6 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 347 residents could be affected by assault in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Leesburg safe from assault?
Leesburg is about average for assault. The rate of 288.6 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Leesburg 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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