Norfolk, VA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Norfolk Police Department serves the city of Norfolk, VA in Norfolk City County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 25,168 violent crimes and 43,301 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 156.8 per 100k residents, which is 47.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 302.4 per 100k, 84.8% 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 10 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 DHomicide
Grade FRape
Grade CRobbery
Grade BAggravated Assault
Grade DProperty Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FBurglary
Grade BLarceny
Grade FMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade DCrime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 156.8 | D | 25168 | 106.2 | +47.6% |
| Property Crime | 302.4 | F | 43301 | 163.6 | +84.8% |
| Homicide | 2.2 | F | 259 | 0.5 | +307.3% |
| Rape | 3.5 | C | 622 | 3.5 | -1.9% |
| Robbery | 5.2 | B | 1362 | 5.8 | -10.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 27.3 | D | 5391 | 22.3 | +22.6% |
| Burglary | 17.3 | B | 2991 | 24.0 | -27.9% |
| Larceny | 253.0 | F | 34172 | 116.4 | +117.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 30.8 | D | 6089 | 22.2 | +38.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 10 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 4 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth | 8 miles | F 188.3 | F 343.5 | Violent: 20.1% higher Property: 13.6% higher |
| Hampton | 9 miles | D 147.3 | D 222.3 | Violent: 6.1% lower Property: 26.5% lower |
| Newport News | 14 miles | F 212.4 | D 225.5 | Violent: 35.5% higher Property: 25.4% lower |
| Chesapeake | 14 miles | D 149.6 | C 157.8 | Violent: 4.6% lower Property: 47.8% lower |
| Virginia Beach | 16 miles | C 103.1 | B 137.7 | Violent: 34.3% lower Property: 54.5% lower |