Newport News, VA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Newport News Police Department serves the city of Newport News, VA in Newport News City County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 22,029 violent crimes and 20,775 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 212.4 per 100k residents, which is 100.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 225.5 per 100k, 37.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 17 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 FHomicide
Grade FRape
Grade CRobbery
Grade DAggravated Assault
Grade FProperty Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DBurglary
Grade CLarceny
Grade DMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade CCrime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 212.4 | F | 22029 | 106.2 | +100.0% |
| Property Crime | 225.5 | D | 20775 | 163.6 | +37.8% |
| Homicide | 2.7 | F | 157 | 0.5 | +410.5% |
| Rape | 3.3 | C | 361 | 3.5 | -7.5% |
| Robbery | 9.3 | D | 795 | 5.8 | +59.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 61.5 | F | 4832 | 22.3 | +176.5% |
| Burglary | 24.5 | C | 2052 | 24.0 | +2.0% |
| Larceny | 177.6 | D | 16456 | 116.4 | +52.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 21.8 | C | 2112 | 22.2 | -1.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 17 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 3 |
| Anti-Transgender | 3 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 4 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poquoson | 8 miles | C 126.5 | C 150.2 | Violent: 40.4% lower Property: 33.4% lower |
| Hampton | 9 miles | D 147.3 | D 222.3 | Violent: 30.7% lower Property: 1.4% lower |
| Portsmouth | 13 miles | F 188.3 | F 343.5 | Violent: 11.4% lower Property: 52.3% higher |
| Norfolk | 14 miles | D 156.8 | F 302.4 | Violent: 26.2% lower Property: 34.1% higher |
| Smithfield | 17 miles | A 55.4 | A 77.5 | Violent: 73.9% lower Property: 65.6% lower |