The small town of DeWitt, VA, located in zip code 23840, has a relatively low crime rate compared to the national average. However, according to recent statistics, the town has seen an increase in both violent and property crimes. The town's violent crime rate stands at 23.5, slightly higher than the national average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. Additionally, the property crime rate in DeWitt is 38.6, which is also higher than the national average of 35.4. This category includes offenses such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. Overall, while DeWitt may generally be considered a safe community, it is important for residents to remain vigilant and take appropriate precautions to prevent becoming victims of crime.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
DeWitt (zip 23840) violent crime is 23.5. (The US average is 22.7)
DeWitt (zip 23840) property crime is 38.6. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of DeWitt, Virginia does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Blackstone, Virginia. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Blackstone, Virginia. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.