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Violent Crime in Lynchburg, Virginia (2026)

366.3 per 100K · 1% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Lynchburg has a violent crime rate of 366.3 per 100K, which is 1% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 273 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Lynchburg, Virginia is 366.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 1% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Lynchburg's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Lynchburg vs State and National Averages

Lynchburg
366.3
Virginia Avg
370.6
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Lynchburg

1 in 273

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Lynchburg in a given year, based on the rate of 366.3 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 Lynchburg

B-
Property Crime1812.6/100K · 1% below avg
B-
Murder5.4/100K · 5% below avg
B-
Assault266.3/100K · 1% below avg
C+
Robbery80.5/100K · 27% above avg
C+
Burglary288.0/100K · 7% above avg
B-
Theft1166.5/100K · 17% below avg
B
Vehicle Theft181.7/100K · 43% below avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Portsmouth
C+
425.5
Roanoke
C+
422.0
Suffolk
C+
429.2
Harrisonburg
C+
393.8
Leesburg
B-
342.5
Blacksburg
C+
367.9

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Lynchburg

How bad is violent crime in Lynchburg?
As of 2026, Lynchburg's violent crime rate of 366.3 per 100K is 1% above the national average. It ranks behind 52% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Lynchburg?
As of 2026, 366.3 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 Lynchburg?
Crime rates in Lynchburg have been stable overall. Violent Crime has not shown significant movement.
How does Lynchburg's violent crime compare to Virginia?
Lynchburg performs better than most Virginia cities on violent crime. Its rate of 366.3 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Lynchburg?
Based on the rate of 366.3 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 273 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 Lynchburg safe from violent crime?
Lynchburg is about average for violent crime. The rate of 366.3 per 100K is close to 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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