Virginia Beach, VA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Virginia Beach Police Department serves the city of Virginia Beach, VA in Virginia Beach City County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 25,156 violent crimes and 37,882 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 103.1 per 100k residents, which is 2.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 137.7 per 100k, 15.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide 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 CAnnual Rate103.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents25,156 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade AAnnual Rate0.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents106 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents385 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate1.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents746 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate6.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,283 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate137.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents37,882 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate7.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents2,220 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate121.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents31,958 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate8.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,540 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 103.1 | C | 25156 | 106.2 | -2.9% |
| Property Crime | 137.7 | B | 37882 | 163.6 | -15.9% |
| Homicide | 0.2 | A | 106 | 0.5 | -58.7% |
| Rape | 1.3 | A | 385 | 3.5 | -62.7% |
| Robbery | 1.5 | A | 746 | 5.8 | -73.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 6.2 | A | 1283 | 22.3 | -72.3% |
| Burglary | 7.0 | A | 2220 | 24.0 | -70.7% |
| Larceny | 121.8 | C | 31958 | 116.4 | +4.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8.4 | A | 3540 | 22.2 | -62.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 19 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 4 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Protestant | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 7 |
| Anti-Eastern Orthodox (Russian, Greek, Other) | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesapeake | 11 miles | D 149.6 | C 157.8 | Violent: 45.1% higher Property: 14.7% higher |
| Norfolk | 16 miles | D 156.8 | F 302.4 | Violent: 52.1% higher Property: 119.6% higher |
| Portsmouth | 18 miles | F 188.3 | F 343.5 | Violent: 82.7% higher Property: 149.5% higher |
| Hampton | 24 miles | D 147.3 | D 222.3 | Violent: 42.8% higher Property: 61.5% higher |
| Newport News | 29 miles | F 212.4 | D 225.5 | Violent: 106.1% higher Property: 63.8% higher |