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Assault in Richmond, Virginia (2026)

303.3 per 100K · 13% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Richmond has a assault rate of 303.3 per 100K, which is 13% above the national average of 268.2. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 330 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Richmond, Virginia is 303.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 13% above the national average of 268.2. That puts Richmond's assault close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Richmond vs State and National Averages

Richmond
303.3
Virginia Avg
275.0
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Richmond

1 in 330

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Richmond in a given year, based on the rate of 303.3 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 Richmond

C+
Violent Crime414.7/100K · 14% above avg
C+
Property Crime2040.1/100K · 11% above avg
C
Murder8.2/100K · 44% above avg
C+
Robbery74.8/100K · 18% above avg

Assault in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Arlington
C+
329.5
Norfolk
C+
293.2
Chesapeake
B-
199.4
Newport News
C+
298.8
Alexandria
C+
329.0
Hampton
C+
278.0

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Richmond

How bad is assault in Richmond?
As of 2026, Richmond's assault rate of 303.3 per 100K is 13% above the national average. It ranks behind 54% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Richmond?
As of 2026, 303.3 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 Richmond?
Crime in Richmond has trended upward recently, though specific assault trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Richmond's assault compare to Virginia?
Richmond performs better than most Virginia cities on assault. Its rate of 303.3 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Richmond?
Based on the rate of 303.3 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 330 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 Richmond safe from assault?
Richmond is about average for assault. The rate of 303.3 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Richmond 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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