Williamsburg, VA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Williamsburg Police Department serves the city of Williamsburg, VA in Williamsburg City County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 946 violent crimes and 1,044 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 86.7 per 100k residents, which is 18.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 111.5 per 100k, 31.9% below 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 BAnnual Rate86.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents946 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents20 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate24.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents118 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate111.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,044 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate99.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents962 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate12.4 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 | 86.7 | B | 946 | 106.2 | -18.4% |
| Property Crime | 111.5 | B | 1044 | 163.6 | -31.9% |
| Robbery | 6.2 | C | 20 | 5.8 | +6.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 24.8 | C | 118 | 22.3 | +11.3% |
| Larceny | 99.1 | B | 962 | 116.4 | -14.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 12.4 | A | 34 | 22.2 | -44.1% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poquoson | 21 miles | C 126.5 | C 150.2 | Violent: 45.9% higher Property: 34.8% higher |
| Newport News | 22 miles | F 212.4 | D 225.5 | Violent: 145.0% higher Property: 102.3% higher |
| Smithfield | 26 miles | A 55.4 | A 77.5 | Violent: 36.1% lower Property: 30.4% lower |
| Windsor | 26 miles | F 171.5 | C 171.5 | Violent: 97.8% higher Property: 53.8% higher |
| Hampton | 28 miles | D 147.3 | D 222.3 | Violent: 69.9% higher Property: 99.4% higher |