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Violent Crime in Suffolk, Virginia (2026)

429.2 per 100K · 18% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Suffolk has a violent crime rate of 429.2 per 100K, which is 18% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 233 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Suffolk, Virginia is 429.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 18% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Suffolk's violent crime above the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Suffolk vs State and National Averages

Suffolk
429.2
Virginia Avg
370.6
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Suffolk

1 in 233

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Suffolk in a given year, based on the rate of 429.2 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 Suffolk

C+
Property Crime2201.7/100K · 20% above avg
C+
Murder7.5/100K · 32% above avg
C+
Assault280.5/100K · 5% above avg
C
Robbery88.3/100K · 39% above avg
C
Burglary385.4/100K · 43% above avg
C+
Theft1629.2/100K · 16% above avg
C
Vehicle Theft495.0/100K · 56% above avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Roanoke
C+
422.0
Portsmouth
C+
425.5
Lynchburg
C+
366.3
Hampton
C+
415.5
Harrisonburg
C+
393.8
Leesburg
B-
342.5

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Suffolk

How bad is violent crime in Suffolk?
As of 2026, Suffolk's violent crime rate of 429.2 per 100K is 18% above the national average. It ranks behind 58% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Suffolk?
As of 2026, 429.2 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 Suffolk?
Crime in Suffolk has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Suffolk's violent crime compare to Virginia?
Suffolk's violent crime rate is higher than many Virginia cities. The rate of 429.2 per 100K is above the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Suffolk?
Based on the rate of 429.2 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 233 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 Suffolk safe from violent crime?
Suffolk is about average for violent crime. The rate of 429.2 per 100K is above the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Suffolk 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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