Colonial Heights, VA has safety grade D, a population of about 17,283, an overall crime rate near 3,564 per 100k as of 2026. For real estate investors, safety is only half the picture: pair these crime statistics with rental demand and returns to judge whether Colonial Heights, VA is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Colonial Heights, VA for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Colonial Heights, VA Crime Rate and Safety Report
Colonial Heights, VA crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 9.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 17.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
Safety Score
D
High Risk
Violent Crime Rate
9.00
per 1000 residents
Safety Analysis & Recommendations
View DetailsOverall Assessment
The area has very low safety standards with a C rating. Residents should be aware of their surroundings and take appropriate precautions.
Safety Recommendations
With property crimes being more prevalent (47.9% of total incidents), residents should secure their homes and vehicles, install security systems, and maintain good lighting around their properties.
Trend Analysis
With 616 total incidents, Colonial Heights shows moderate crime activity. The primary concern is property crime.
Comparison Insights
Colonial Heights demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Colonial Heights, VA Crime Analysis
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US5118448, a total of 616 crimes were recorded. Property crime constitutes the largest category, with 295 incidents. Within property crime, larceny/theft offenses are the most prevalent, accounting for 218 incidents, followed by destruction/damage/vandalism of property with 37 incidents. Stolen property offenses account for 25 incidents, while motor vehicle theft and burglary/breaking & entering are relatively lower, with 9 and 6 incidents, respectively. The "others" category accounts for 157 incidents, with fraud offenses being the dominant sub-category at 143 incidents. Embezzlement accounts for 11 incidents, while counterfeiting/forgery, arson, and bribery each have a single reported incident. Robbery is a relatively less frequent crime, with only 5 reported incidents, all classified as robbery. Sex offenses account for 14 incidents, with sex offenses accounting for 4 incidents and kidnapping/abduction accounting for 10 incidents. Assault offenses account for 145 incidents.
Colonial Heights, VA crime map
Crime Map
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Safest Zip Codes
High Crime Zip Codes
23298
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Safety246.7
Per 1K247
Total Crimes23440
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Safety136.9
Per 1K137
Total Crimes24011
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Safety119.8
Per 1K120
Total Crimes24016
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Safety87.0
Per 1K87
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FAQ about crime in Colonial Heights, VA
Crime rates are normalized per 1,000 residents based on reported incidents in FBI UCR and local agency feeds. We split incidents into violent, property, and other categories so you can see where the risk concentrates.
The “Safest Zip Codes” section above ranks nearby zip codes by safety score, while the “High Crime Zip Codes” section highlights areas with elevated reported crime in Colonial Heights, VA.
Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.
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Data sources & further reading
PulseReal’s analysis is built on top of these public, authoritative datasets.
Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.
Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.
Encyclopedic overview of the city, history, and notable landmarks.
Housing affordability, fair-market rents, and market reports from HUD.
Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.
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