Roanoke, VA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Roanoke Police Department serves the city of Roanoke, VA in Roanoke City County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 17,198 violent crimes and 20,111 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 252.8 per 100k residents, which is 138.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 309.5 per 100k, 89.2% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 Rate252.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents17,198 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate9.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents367 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents443 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate30.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,591 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate309.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents20,111 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate28.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents2,372 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate260.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents15,904 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate20.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,710 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 252.8 | F | 17198 | 106.2 | +138.0% |
| Property Crime | 309.5 | F | 20111 | 163.6 | +89.2% |
| Rape | 9.3 | F | 367 | 3.5 | +162.7% |
| Robbery | 6.2 | C | 443 | 5.8 | +6.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 30.9 | D | 1591 | 22.3 | +39.1% |
| Burglary | 28.9 | D | 2372 | 24.0 | +20.2% |
| Larceny | 260.0 | F | 15904 | 116.4 | +123.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 20.6 | C | 1710 | 22.2 | -7.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vinton | 3 miles | B 87.1 | B 136.8 | Violent: 65.5% lower Property: 55.8% lower |
| Salem | 5 miles | C 97.6 | B 117.2 | Violent: 61.4% lower Property: 62.1% lower |
| Rocky Mount | 19 miles | F 222.1 | F 262.5 | Violent: 12.1% lower Property: 15.2% lower |
| Bedford | 24 miles | F 206.6 | C 177.1 | Violent: 18.2% lower Property: 42.8% lower |
| Blacksburg | 25 miles | A 32.6 | A 39.1 | Violent: 87.1% lower Property: 87.4% lower |