Fredericksburg, VA has safety grade D, a population of about 29,059, an overall crime rate near 2,240 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 Fredericksburg, VA is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Fredericksburg, VA for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Fredericksburg, VA Crime Rate and Safety Report
Fredericksburg, VA crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 8.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 12.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
Safety Score
D
High Risk
Violent Crime Rate
8.00
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 (54.7% of total incidents), residents should secure their homes and vehicles, install security systems, and maintain good lighting around their properties.
Trend Analysis
With 651 total incidents, Fredericksburg shows moderate crime activity. The primary concern is property crime.
Comparison Insights
Fredericksburg demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Fredericksburg, VA Crime Analysis
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US5129744, a detailed analysis reveals several key trends. The total count of reported crimes is 651. Property crime constitutes the most significant portion, with a total count of 356 incidents. Within property crime, Larceny/Theft Offenses are the most prevalent, accounting for 296 incidents, followed by Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property with 38 incidents. Burglary/Breaking & Entering is relatively low, with only 9 incidents, while Motor Vehicle Theft accounts for 10 incidents, and Stolen Property Offenses are the least frequent, with 3 incidents. Violent crimes are also present, with homicide incidents totaling 1, robbery incidents totaling 5, sex offenses totaling 18, and assault incidents totaling 219. Within sex offenses, the majority are classified as Kidnapping/Abduction, with 10 incidents, followed by Sex Offenses with 7 incidents, and Sex Offenses, Non-forcible with 1 incident. The assault category is primarily represented by Assault Offenses, with 218 incidents. Other crimes, categorized as "others," account for 52 incidents. Fraud Offenses are the most common within this category, with 45 incidents, followed by Embezzlement with 5 incidents. Arson and Counterfeiting/Forgery are less frequent, each with 1 incident. To provide a more comprehensive analysis, additional data points are needed, such as the city and state names associated with GEOID 16000US5129744, the population of the area, median income, crime rate per 100k, safety score, safety grade, violent crime rate, property crime rate, crime map data, and zip codes data. These data points would allow for a more accurate assessment of the overall safety and security of the area and enable comparisons with other regions.
Fredericksburg, 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 Fredericksburg, 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 Fredericksburg, 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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