Hopewell, VA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Hopewell Police Department serves the city of Hopewell, VA in Hopewell City County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,944 violent crimes and 2,242 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 239.6 per 100k residents, which is 125.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 156.8 per 100k, 4.2% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 FAnnual Rate239.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,944 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents32 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents87 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate17.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents295 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate156.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,242 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate13.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents304 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate108.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,648 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate34.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents277 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 239.6 | F | 2944 | 106.2 | +125.6% |
| Property Crime | 156.8 | C | 2242 | 163.6 | -4.2% |
| Rape | 4.4 | D | 32 | 3.5 | +23.3% |
| Robbery | 4.4 | B | 87 | 5.8 | -25.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 17.4 | B | 295 | 22.3 | -21.7% |
| Burglary | 13.1 | A | 304 | 24.0 | -45.6% |
| Larceny | 108.9 | C | 1648 | 116.4 | -6.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 34.9 | D | 277 | 22.2 | +57.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Heights | 6 miles | D 163.4 | F 403.0 | Violent: 31.8% lower Property: 157.0% higher |
| Petersburg | 8 miles | D 134.6 | D 260.3 | Violent: 43.8% lower Property: 66.0% higher |
| Richmond | 19 miles | C 116.6 | F 339.7 | Violent: 51.3% lower Property: 116.6% higher |
| West Point | 31 miles | A 29.1 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 87.9% lower Property: N/A |
| Williamsburg | 32 miles | B 86.7 | B 111.5 | Violent: 63.8% lower Property: 28.9% lower |