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Violent Crime in Williamsburg, Virginia (2026)

396.6 per 100K · 9% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Williamsburg has a violent crime rate of 396.6 per 100K, which is 9% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 252 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Williamsburg, Virginia is 396.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 9% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Williamsburg's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Williamsburg vs State and National Averages

Williamsburg
396.6
Virginia Avg
370.6
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Williamsburg

1 in 252

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Williamsburg in a given year, based on the rate of 396.6 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 Williamsburg

B-
Property Crime1790.6/100K · 2% below avg
C+
Murder7.2/100K · 26% above avg
C+
Assault275.2/100K · 3% above avg
C
Robbery91.1/100K · 44% above avg
B-
Burglary206.2/100K · 24% below avg
B-
Theft1250.7/100K · 11% below avg
B-
Vehicle Theft315.4/100K · 1% below avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Front Royal
C+
355.4
Bristol
C+
355.7
Manassas Park
C+
394.2
Falls Church
B-
309.9
Vienna
B-
317.1
Radford
C+
380.8

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Williamsburg

How bad is violent crime in Williamsburg?
As of 2026, Williamsburg's violent crime rate of 396.6 per 100K is 9% above the national average. It ranks behind 55% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Williamsburg?
As of 2026, 396.6 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 Williamsburg?
Crime rates in Williamsburg have been stable overall. Violent Crime has not shown significant movement.
How does Williamsburg's violent crime compare to Virginia?
Williamsburg's violent crime rate is higher than many Virginia cities. The rate of 396.6 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Williamsburg?
Based on the rate of 396.6 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 252 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 Williamsburg safe from violent crime?
Williamsburg is about average for violent crime. The rate of 396.6 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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