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Violent Crime in Winchester, Virginia (2026)

388.5 per 100K · 7% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Winchester has a violent crime rate of 388.5 per 100K, which is 7% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 257 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Winchester, Virginia is 388.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 7% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Winchester's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Winchester vs State and National Averages

Winchester
388.5
Virginia Avg
370.6
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Winchester

1 in 257

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Winchester in a given year, based on the rate of 388.5 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 Winchester

B
Property Crime1611.3/100K · 12% below avg
C+
Murder7.4/100K · 30% above avg
C+
Assault341.8/100K · 27% above avg
B
Robbery41.5/100K · 34% below avg
B-
Burglary257.9/100K · 4% below avg
C+
Theft1464.4/100K · 4% above avg
C+
Vehicle Theft348.6/100K · 10% above avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Staunton
B-
351.0
Fairfax
B-
308.6
Fredericksburg
C+
380.3
Salem
B-
314.5
Herndon
C+
391.9
Waynesboro
B-
340.5

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Winchester

How bad is violent crime in Winchester?
As of 2026, Winchester's violent crime rate of 388.5 per 100K is 7% above the national average. It ranks behind 54% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Winchester?
As of 2026, 388.5 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 Winchester?
Overall crime trends in Winchester have been improving, which generally includes violent crime.
How does Winchester's violent crime compare to Virginia?
Winchester performs better than most Virginia cities on violent crime. Its rate of 388.5 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Winchester?
Based on the rate of 388.5 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 257 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 Winchester safe from violent crime?
Winchester is about average for violent crime. The rate of 388.5 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Winchester 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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