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Property Crime in Poquoson, Virginia (2026)

2096.8 per 100K · 14% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Poquoson has a property crime rate of 2096.8 per 100K, which is 14% above the national average of 1832.3. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 48 per year.

In 2026, the property crime rate in Poquoson, Virginia is 2096.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 14% above the national average of 1832.3. That puts Poquoson's property crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Property Crime Rate: Poquoson vs State and National Averages

Poquoson
2096.8
Virginia Avg
1862.4
National Avg
1832.3

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

Your Odds: Property Crime in Poquoson

1 in 48

Approximate chance of being affected by property crime in Poquoson in a given year, based on the rate of 2096.8 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Property Crime?

Property crime involves the taking of money or property without force or threat of force against a victim. It includes burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft, and arson.

Other Crime Types in Poquoson

B-
Violent Crime349.6/100K · 4% below avg
C+
Murder6.7/100K · 18% above avg
C+
Assault296.6/100K · 11% above avg
B-
Robbery52.6/100K · 17% below avg
C+
Burglary286.4/100K · 6% above avg
C+
Theft1460.7/100K · 4% above avg
B-
Vehicle Theft279.3/100K · 12% below avg

Property Crime in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Martinsville
B
1601.0
Falls Church
B
1709.3
Front Royal
B-
1883.5
Williamsburg
B-
1790.6
Warrenton
B
1672.1
Bristol
B
1540.9

Frequently Asked Questions About Property Crime in Poquoson

How bad is property crime in Poquoson?
As of 2026, Poquoson's property crime rate of 2096.8 per 100K is 14% above the national average. It ranks behind 53% of US cities for property crime.
What is the property crime rate in Poquoson?
As of 2026, 2096.8 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 1832.3 per 100K.
Is property crime increasing in Poquoson?
Crime in Poquoson has trended upward recently, though specific property crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Poquoson's property crime compare to Virginia?
Poquoson's property crime rate is higher than many Virginia cities. The rate of 2096.8 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of property crime in Poquoson?
Based on the rate of 2096.8 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 48 residents could be affected by property crime in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Poquoson safe from property crime?
Poquoson is about average for property crime. The rate of 2096.8 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Poquoson 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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