Portsmouth, VA Crime Rate
Population: 97,156 • Latest FBI Data
56Score
C
Average Safety
731
Violent Crimes
752.4/100k
3,751
Property Crimes
3860.8/100k
36
Murders
163
Robberies
497
Assaults
412
Burglaries
Is Portsmouth Safe?
Portsmouth, VA has a safety score of 56/100 (C). The violent crime rate is 752.4 per 100k residents. Property crime rate is 3860.8 per 100k.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portsmouth's crime rate?
Portsmouth has a total crime rate of 4613.2 per 100,000 residents, with 752.4 violent crimes and 3860.8 property crimes per 100k.
How does Portsmouth compare to the national average?
Violent crime is above the US average of 380 per 100k. Property crime is above the national average of 2,000 per 100k.
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