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Violent Crime in Roanoke, Virginia (2026)

422.0 per 100K · 16% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Roanoke has a violent crime rate of 422.0 per 100K, which is 16% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 237 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Roanoke, Virginia is 422.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 16% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Roanoke's violent crime above the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Roanoke vs State and National Averages

Roanoke
422.0
Virginia Avg
370.6
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Roanoke

1 in 237

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Roanoke in a given year, based on the rate of 422.0 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 Roanoke

B-
Property Crime1941.9/100K · 6% above avg
C
Murder7.6/100K · 33% above avg
C+
Assault320.1/100K · 19% above avg
C
Robbery84.0/100K · 33% above avg
C+
Burglary349.4/100K · 30% above avg
C+
Theft1718.9/100K · 23% above avg
B-
Vehicle Theft296.7/100K · 7% below avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Portsmouth
C+
425.5
Suffolk
C+
429.2
Lynchburg
C+
366.3
Hampton
C+
415.5
Harrisonburg
C+
393.8
Leesburg
B-
342.5

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Roanoke

How bad is violent crime in Roanoke?
As of 2026, Roanoke's violent crime rate of 422.0 per 100K is 16% above the national average. It ranks behind 57% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Roanoke?
As of 2026, 422.0 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 Roanoke?
Overall crime trends in Roanoke have been improving, which generally includes violent crime.
How does Roanoke's violent crime compare to Virginia?
Roanoke performs better than most Virginia cities on violent crime. Its rate of 422.0 per 100K is above the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Roanoke?
Based on the rate of 422.0 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 237 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 Roanoke safe from violent crime?
Roanoke is about average for violent crime. The rate of 422.0 per 100K is above the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Roanoke 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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