Buena Vista, VA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Buena Vista Police Department serves the city of Buena Vista, VA in Buena Vista City County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 177 violent crimes and 150 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 15.2 per 100k residents, which is 85.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 30.4 per 100k, 81.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Violent Crime had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate15.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents177 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate30.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents150 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate30.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents130 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 15.2 | A | 177 | 106.2 | -85.7% |
| Property Crime | 30.4 | A | 150 | 163.6 | -81.4% |
| Larceny | 30.4 | A | 130 | 116.4 | -73.9% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington | 6 miles | A 26.6 | A 26.6 | Violent: 74.7% higher Property: 12.6% lower |
| Glasgow | 8 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Amherst | 13 miles | A 46.9 | A 93.7 | Violent: 208.3% higher Property: 208.4% higher |
| Lynchburg | 25 miles | D 163.5 | C 177.3 | Violent: 975.7% higher Property: 483.5% higher |
| Clifton Forge | 26 miles | A 58.8 | B 117.6 | Violent: 286.8% higher Property: 286.9% higher |