Located in the southeastern region of Virginia, the Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News metro area is a bustling hub of commerce and tourism. However, like any major metropolitan area, it is not immune to crime. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in this region is slightly lower than the national average at 19.9, compared to the US average of 22.7. Similarly, the property crime rate is also slightly higher than the national average at 38.9, compared to 35.4. This means that residents and visitors of this metro area should take necessary precautions to ensure their safety and protect their belongings. Despite these statistics, law enforcement agencies and community organizations are continuously working towards reducing crime and creating a safer environment for all.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News Metro Area violent crime is 19.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News Metro Area property crime is 38.9. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, Virginia does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Washington, District of Columbia. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Washington, Virginia. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.