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Violent Crime in Leesburg, Virginia (2026)

342.5 per 100K · 6% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Leesburg has a violent crime rate of 342.5 per 100K, which is 6% below the national average of 363.8. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 292 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Leesburg, Virginia is 342.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 6% below the national average of 363.8. That puts Leesburg's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Leesburg vs State and National Averages

Leesburg
342.5
Virginia Avg
370.6
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Leesburg

1 in 292

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Leesburg in a given year, based on the rate of 342.5 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 Leesburg

B-
Property Crime1815.5/100K · 1% below avg
C+
Murder6.9/100K · 21% above avg
C+
Assault288.6/100K · 8% above avg
B-
Robbery46.8/100K · 26% below avg
B-
Burglary239.8/100K · 11% below avg
C+
Theft1452.9/100K · 4% above avg
C
Vehicle Theft430.6/100K · 35% above avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Harrisonburg
C+
393.8
Blacksburg
C+
367.9
Charlottesville
B-
310.0
Manassas
B-
301.6
Danville
B-
329.0
Petersburg
B-
322.6

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Leesburg

How bad is violent crime in Leesburg?
As of 2026, Leesburg's violent crime rate of 342.5 per 100K is 6% below the national average. It ranks behind 49% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Leesburg?
As of 2026, 342.5 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 Leesburg?
Overall crime trends in Leesburg have been improving, which generally includes violent crime.
How does Leesburg's violent crime compare to Virginia?
Leesburg performs better than most Virginia cities on violent crime. Its rate of 342.5 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Leesburg?
Based on the rate of 342.5 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 292 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 Leesburg safe from violent crime?
Leesburg is about average for violent crime. The rate of 342.5 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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