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Violent Crime in Richmond, Virginia (2026)

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

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Richmond has a violent crime rate of 414.7 per 100K, which is 14% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 241 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Richmond, Virginia is 414.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 14% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Richmond's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Richmond vs State and National Averages

Richmond
414.7
Virginia Avg
370.6
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Richmond

1 in 241

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Richmond in a given year, based on the rate of 414.7 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 Richmond

C+
Property Crime2040.1/100K · 11% above avg
C
Murder8.2/100K · 44% above avg
C+
Assault303.3/100K · 13% above avg
C+
Robbery74.8/100K · 18% above avg
C
Burglary390.1/100K · 45% above avg
C+
Theft1802.5/100K · 29% above avg
C
Vehicle Theft519.0/100K · 63% above avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Arlington
C+
376.6
Norfolk
B-
338.0
Chesapeake
B-
333.6
Newport News
C+
450.2
Alexandria
C+
414.3
Hampton
C+
415.5

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Richmond

How bad is violent crime in Richmond?
As of 2026, Richmond's violent crime rate of 414.7 per 100K is 14% above the national average. It ranks behind 56% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Richmond?
As of 2026, 414.7 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 Richmond?
Crime in Richmond has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Richmond's violent crime compare to Virginia?
Richmond performs better than most Virginia cities on violent crime. Its rate of 414.7 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Richmond?
Based on the rate of 414.7 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 241 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 Richmond safe from violent crime?
Richmond is about average for violent crime. The rate of 414.7 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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