Charlottesville, VA Crime


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Charlottesville, Virginia has been experiencing a slightly higher rate of violent crime compared to the national average. According to data from , the city's violent crime rate comes in at 22.3, just slightly lower than the US average of 22.7. Property crime, on the other hand, has been slightly higher in Charlottesville with a rate of 40.2, compared to the national average of 35.4. This means that the residents of Charlottesville are at a slightly higher risk of falling victim to violent crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide, as well as property crimes like burglary and theft. These statistics highlight the need for continued efforts to address and reduce crime in Charlottesville, in order to create a safer community for all residents.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Charlottesville violent crime is 22.3. (The US average is 22.7)
Charlottesville property crime is 40.2. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Charlottesville, VA Crime History
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   Crime in Nearby Cities
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Pop. Miles Data
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Gordonsville, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock182019
Waynesboro, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock222019
Grottoes, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock242019
Orange, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock252019
Louisa, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock272019
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Waynesboro, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock222019
Staunton, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock322019
Culpeper, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock402019
Fredericksburg, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock582018
Front Royal, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock642019

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Over 5 years ago

I have lived in Charlottesville, Albemarle County for 25 years. It USED to be a decent place but in the past 10 years has gone downhill. Rent is TOO high, landlords are  More

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Over 5 years ago

Loved here for 7 years, lots of parks and close proximity to Shenandoah, but that’s where the positives end. High cost of living with extreme income inequality,  More

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Over 5 years ago

Charlottesville resident for 7 years. Plenty of parks, the Rivanna River and trail, and a short drive to Shenandoah National Park means plenty of opportunities for  More

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