Selma, VA Crime


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Located in western Virginia, Selma is a small town with a relatively low crime rate compared to the rest of the United States. According to background information provided, the violent crime rate in Selma is 10.9, significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. While this may indicate a relatively safe community, it is important to note that the property crime rate in Selma is slightly higher than the national average at 26.1, compared to 35.4. This means that while residents in Selma may have a lower risk of being victims of violent crime, they may still be at risk for property crimes such as theft and burglary. Overall, while crime rates in Selma may be lower than the national average, it is important for residents to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to protect themselves and their property.

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

Selma violent crime is 10.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Selma property crime is 26.1. (The US average is 35.4)


NOTE: The city of Selma, Virginia does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Clifton Forge, Virginia. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Clifton Forge, Virginia. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Clifton Forge, VA Crime History
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per 100k
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Pop. Miles Data
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Clifton Forge, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock22019
Covington, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock82019
Lexington, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock222019
Glasgow, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock252019
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Buena Vista, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock272019
   Crime in Similar Size Cities
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per 100k
Property
per 100k
Pop. Miles Data
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Clifton Forge, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock22019
Covington, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock82019
Lexington, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock222019
Glasgow, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock252019
White Sulphur Springs, WV  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock252019
Buena Vista, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock272019

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