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Violent Crime in Radford, Virginia (2026)

380.8 per 100K · 5% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Radford has a violent crime rate of 380.8 per 100K, which is 5% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 263 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Radford, Virginia is 380.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 5% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Radford's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Radford vs State and National Averages

Radford
380.8
Virginia Avg
370.6
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Radford

1 in 263

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Radford in a given year, based on the rate of 380.8 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 Radford

B-
Property Crime1756.6/100K · 4% below avg
B-
Murder4.4/100K · 23% below avg
C+
Assault312.3/100K · 16% above avg
C+
Robbery65.8/100K · 4% above avg
B-
Burglary240.0/100K · 11% below avg
B-
Theft1184.4/100K · 15% below avg
B
Vehicle Theft202.6/100K · 36% below avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Vienna
B-
317.1
Manassas Park
C+
394.2
Bristol
C+
355.7
Williamsburg
C+
396.6
Colonial Heights
B-
337.1
Front Royal
C+
355.4

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Radford

How bad is violent crime in Radford?
As of 2026, Radford's violent crime rate of 380.8 per 100K is 5% above the national average. It ranks behind 53% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Radford?
As of 2026, 380.8 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 Radford?
Crime in Radford has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Radford's violent crime compare to Virginia?
Radford performs better than most Virginia cities on violent crime. Its rate of 380.8 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Radford?
Based on the rate of 380.8 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 263 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 Radford safe from violent crime?
Radford is about average for violent crime. The rate of 380.8 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Radford 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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