Zip 23703 (Portsmouth, VA) Crime


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The crime rate in 23703 Portsmouth, VA is a cause for concern as it is higher than the national average. According to , the violent crime rate in this area is 35.2, which is significantly higher than the US average of 22.7. This means that individuals living in 23703 Portsmouth, VA are at a higher risk of experiencing violent crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. Additionally, the property crime rate in this area is 74.2, which is more than double the US average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. As a result, residents of this area may feel unsafe in their own homes and businesses. It is important for local authorities to address these concerning crime rates and work towards creating a safer community for all.

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

Portsmouth (zip 23703) violent crime is 35.2. (The US average is 22.7)
Portsmouth (zip 23703) property crime is 74.2. (The US average is 35.4)


NOTE: The city of Portsmouth, Virginia does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Poquoson, Virginia. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Poquoson, Virginia. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Portsmouth, VA Crime History
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   Crime in Nearby Cities
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Pop. Miles Data
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Portsmouth, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock22019
Norfolk, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock92019
Hampton, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock132019
Chesapeake, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock142019
Smithfield, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock142019
Newport News, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock162019
   Crime in Similar Size Cities
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Poquoson, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock182019
Williamsburg, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock332019
Elizabeth City, NC  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock412019
Hopewell, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock582019
Petersburg, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock602019
Colonial Heights, VA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock622019

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Over 17 years ago

The schools here are horrible. The worst I have ever seen. The schools are never making the state  More

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I've read a few comments about the Hampton Roads area as a whole saying what a horrible place it is to live. I grew up in central NJ and I disagree. Yes....the cost of  More

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