Hampton, VA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Hampton Police Department serves the city of Hampton, VA in Hampton City County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 11,297 violent crimes and 19,070 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 147.3 per 100k residents, which is 38.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 222.3 per 100k, 35.9% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 6 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate147.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents11,297 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents215 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate5.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents517 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate17.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,067 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate222.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents19,070 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate12.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,379 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate183.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents15,960 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate26.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,618 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 147.3 | D | 11297 | 106.2 | +38.6% |
| Property Crime | 222.3 | D | 19070 | 163.6 | +35.9% |
| Rape | 3.6 | C | 215 | 3.5 | +2.1% |
| Robbery | 5.0 | B | 517 | 5.8 | -13.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 17.3 | B | 1067 | 22.3 | -22.2% |
| Burglary | 12.3 | A | 1379 | 24.0 | -48.9% |
| Larceny | 183.3 | D | 15960 | 116.4 | +57.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 26.0 | C | 1618 | 22.2 | +17.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poquoson | 7 miles | C 126.5 | C 150.2 | Violent: 14.1% lower Property: 32.4% lower |
| Newport News | 9 miles | F 212.4 | D 225.5 | Violent: 44.2% higher Property: 1.4% higher |
| Norfolk | 9 miles | D 156.8 | F 302.4 | Violent: 6.5% higher Property: 36.0% higher |
| Portsmouth | 13 miles | F 188.3 | F 343.5 | Violent: 27.9% higher Property: 54.5% higher |
| Cape Charles | 22 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |