Vinton, VA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Vinton Police Department serves the city of Vinton, VA in Roanoke County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 658 violent crimes and 858 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 87.1 per 100k residents, which is 18.0% below the national average. Property crime averages 136.8 per 100k, 16.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 BAnnual Rate87.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents658 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate12.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents13 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate24.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents92 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate136.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents858 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate24.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents65 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate99.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents735 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate12.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents56 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 87.1 | B | 658 | 106.2 | -18.0% |
| Property Crime | 136.8 | B | 858 | 163.6 | -16.4% |
| Robbery | 12.4 | F | 13 | 5.8 | +113.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 24.9 | C | 92 | 22.3 | +11.8% |
| Burglary | 24.9 | C | 65 | 24.0 | +3.5% |
| Larceny | 99.5 | B | 735 | 116.4 | -14.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 12.4 | A | 56 | 22.2 | -43.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roanoke | 3 miles | F 252.8 | F 309.5 | Violent: 190.3% higher Property: 126.2% higher |
| Salem | 9 miles | C 97.6 | B 117.2 | Violent: 12.1% higher Property: 14.4% lower |
| Rocky Mount | 18 miles | F 222.1 | F 262.5 | Violent: 155.0% higher Property: 91.8% higher |
| Bedford | 21 miles | F 206.6 | C 177.1 | Violent: 137.3% higher Property: 29.4% higher |
| Blacksburg | 28 miles | A 32.6 | A 39.1 | Violent: 62.6% lower Property: 71.4% lower |