Rocky Mount, VA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Rocky Mount Police Department serves the city of Rocky Mount, VA in Franklin County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 484 violent crimes and 1,120 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 222.1 per 100k residents, which is 109.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 262.5 per 100k, 60.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft had the lowest rate. 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 Rate222.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents484 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate20.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents19 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate262.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,120 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate242.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,055 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate20.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents34 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 222.1 | F | 484 | 106.2 | +109.1% |
| Property Crime | 262.5 | F | 1120 | 163.6 | +60.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 20.2 | C | 19 | 22.3 | -9.3% |
| Larceny | 242.3 | F | 1055 | 116.4 | +108.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 20.2 | C | 34 | 22.2 | -8.9% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vinton | 18 miles | B 87.1 | B 136.8 | Violent: 60.8% lower Property: 47.9% lower |
| Roanoke | 19 miles | F 252.8 | F 309.5 | Violent: 13.8% higher Property: 17.9% higher |
| Salem | 21 miles | C 97.6 | B 117.2 | Violent: 56.0% lower Property: 55.4% lower |
| Martinsville | 23 miles | C 108.2 | B 115.4 | Violent: 51.3% lower Property: 56.0% lower |
| Blacksburg | 29 miles | A 32.6 | A 39.1 | Violent: 85.3% lower Property: 85.1% lower |