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Theft in Lynchburg, Virginia (2026)

1166.5 per 100K · 17% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Lynchburg has a theft rate of 1166.5 per 100K, which is 17% below the national average of 1401.5. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 86 per year.

In 2026, the theft rate in Lynchburg, Virginia is 1166.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 17% below the national average of 1401.5. That puts Lynchburg's theft below the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Theft Rate: Lynchburg vs State and National Averages

Lynchburg
1166.5
Virginia Avg
1412.4
National Avg
1401.5

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

Your Odds: Theft in Lynchburg

1 in 86

Approximate chance of being affected by theft in Lynchburg in a given year, based on the rate of 1166.5 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Theft?

Larceny-theft is the unlawful taking of property from another person. It includes shoplifting, pocket-picking, purse-snatching, bicycle theft, and theft from motor vehicles. It is the most common crime category in the United States.

Other Crime Types in Lynchburg

C+
Violent Crime366.3/100K · 1% above avg
B-
Property Crime1812.6/100K · 1% below avg
C+
Burglary288.0/100K · 7% above avg
B
Vehicle Theft181.7/100K · 43% below avg

Theft in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Portsmouth
C+
1644.0
Roanoke
C+
1718.9
Suffolk
C+
1629.2
Harrisonburg
B-
1213.3
Leesburg
C+
1452.9
Blacksburg
C+
1616.4

Frequently Asked Questions About Theft in Lynchburg

How bad is theft in Lynchburg?
As of 2026, Lynchburg's theft rate of 1166.5 per 100K is 17% below the national average. It ranks behind 44% of US cities for theft.
What is the theft rate in Lynchburg?
As of 2026, 1166.5 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 1401.5 per 100K.
Is theft increasing in Lynchburg?
Crime rates in Lynchburg have been stable overall. Theft has not shown significant movement.
How does Lynchburg's theft compare to Virginia?
Lynchburg performs better than most Virginia cities on theft. Its rate of 1166.5 per 100K is below the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of theft in Lynchburg?
Based on the rate of 1166.5 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 86 residents could be affected by theft in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Lynchburg safe from theft?
Lynchburg is about average for theft. The rate of 1166.5 per 100K is below the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Lynchburg 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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