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Assault in Petersburg, Virginia (2026)

256.3 per 100K · 4% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Petersburg has a assault rate of 256.3 per 100K, which is 4% below the national average of 268.2. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 390 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Petersburg, Virginia is 256.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 4% below the national average of 268.2. That puts Petersburg's assault close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Petersburg vs State and National Averages

Petersburg
256.3
Virginia Avg
275.0
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Petersburg

1 in 390

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Petersburg in a given year, based on the rate of 256.3 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 Petersburg

B-
Violent Crime322.6/100K · 11% below avg
B-
Property Crime1773.2/100K · 3% below avg
B-
Murder5.2/100K · 9% below avg
B
Robbery28.4/100K · 55% below avg

Assault in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Fredericksburg
C+
279.0
Winchester
C+
341.8
Staunton
C+
277.3
Fairfax
B-
191.6
Danville
B-
212.1
Salem
B-
254.8

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Petersburg

How bad is assault in Petersburg?
As of 2026, Petersburg's assault rate of 256.3 per 100K is 4% below the national average. It ranks behind 49% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Petersburg?
As of 2026, 256.3 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 Petersburg?
Crime rates in Petersburg have been stable overall. Assault has not shown significant movement.
How does Petersburg's assault compare to Virginia?
Petersburg performs better than most Virginia cities on assault. Its rate of 256.3 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Petersburg?
Based on the rate of 256.3 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 390 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 Petersburg safe from assault?
Petersburg is about average for assault. The rate of 256.3 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Petersburg 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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