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Assault in Norfolk, Virginia (2026)

293.2 per 100K · 9% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Norfolk has a assault rate of 293.2 per 100K, which is 9% above the national average of 268.2. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 341 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Norfolk, Virginia is 293.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 9% above the national average of 268.2. That puts Norfolk's assault close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Norfolk vs State and National Averages

Norfolk
293.2
Virginia Avg
275.0
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Norfolk

1 in 341

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Norfolk in a given year, based on the rate of 293.2 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 Norfolk

B-
Violent Crime338.0/100K · 7% below avg
B-
Property Crime1835.4/100K · 0% above avg
B-
Murder5.0/100K · 12% below avg
C
Robbery85.6/100K · 35% above avg

Assault in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Arlington
C+
329.5
Richmond
C+
303.3
Chesapeake
B-
199.4
Newport News
C+
298.8
Alexandria
C+
329.0
Hampton
C+
278.0

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Norfolk

How bad is assault in Norfolk?
As of 2026, Norfolk's assault rate of 293.2 per 100K is 9% above the national average. It ranks behind 53% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Norfolk?
As of 2026, 293.2 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 Norfolk?
Overall crime trends in Norfolk have been improving, which generally includes assault.
How does Norfolk's assault compare to Virginia?
Norfolk's assault rate is higher than many Virginia cities. The rate of 293.2 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Norfolk?
Based on the rate of 293.2 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 341 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 Norfolk safe from assault?
Norfolk is about average for assault. The rate of 293.2 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Norfolk 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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