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Vehicle Theft in Williamsburg, Virginia (2026)

315.4 per 100K · 1% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Williamsburg has a vehicle theft rate of 315.4 per 100K, which is 1% below the national average of 318.3. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 317 per year.

In 2026, the vehicle theft rate in Williamsburg, Virginia is 315.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 1% below the national average of 318.3. That puts Williamsburg's vehicle theft close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Vehicle Theft Rate: Williamsburg vs State and National Averages

Williamsburg
315.4
Virginia Avg
335.5
National Avg
318.3

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

Your Odds: Vehicle Theft in Williamsburg

1 in 317

Approximate chance of being affected by vehicle theft in Williamsburg in a given year, based on the rate of 315.4 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Vehicle Theft?

Motor vehicle theft is the theft or attempted theft of a motor vehicle, including cars, trucks, buses, motorcycles, and ATVs. It does not include taking a vehicle for temporary use when abandoned by the offender.

Other Crime Types in Williamsburg

C+
Violent Crime396.6/100K · 9% above avg
B-
Property Crime1790.6/100K · 2% below avg
B-
Burglary206.2/100K · 24% below avg
B-
Theft1250.7/100K · 11% below avg

Vehicle Theft in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Front Royal
B-
251.3
Bristol
C+
377.4
Manassas Park
B
217.3
Falls Church
B-
248.8
Vienna
B
182.8
Radford
B
202.6

Frequently Asked Questions About Vehicle Theft in Williamsburg

How bad is vehicle theft in Williamsburg?
As of 2026, Williamsburg's vehicle theft rate of 315.4 per 100K is 1% below the national average. It ranks behind 50% of US cities for vehicle theft.
What is the vehicle theft rate in Williamsburg?
As of 2026, 315.4 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 318.3 per 100K.
Is vehicle theft increasing in Williamsburg?
Crime rates in Williamsburg have been stable overall. Vehicle Theft has not shown significant movement.
How does Williamsburg's vehicle theft compare to Virginia?
Williamsburg's vehicle theft rate is higher than many Virginia cities. The rate of 315.4 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of vehicle theft in Williamsburg?
Based on the rate of 315.4 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 317 residents could be affected by vehicle theft in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Williamsburg safe from vehicle theft?
Williamsburg is about average for vehicle theft. The rate of 315.4 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Williamsburg 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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