Longview, TX has safety grade D, a population of about 82,183, an overall crime rate near 863 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 Longview, TX is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Longview, TX for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Longview, TX Crime Rate and Safety Report
Longview, TX crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 4.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 4.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
Safety Score
D
High Risk
Violent Crime Rate
4.00
per 1000 residents
Safety Analysis & Recommendations
View DetailsOverall Assessment
The area has very low safety standards with a D+ rating. Residents should be aware of their surroundings and take appropriate precautions.
Safety Recommendations
Given the higher rate of violent crimes (51.8% of total incidents), residents should prioritize personal safety measures, avoid walking alone at night, and stay informed about local safety alerts.
Trend Analysis
With 709 total incidents, Longview shows moderate crime activity. The primary concern is assault.
Comparison Insights
Longview demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Longview, TX Crime Analysis
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US4843888, a detailed analysis reveals several key trends. The total count of reported incidents is 709. Assault is the most prevalent crime category, accounting for 352 incidents, all classified as Assault Offenses. Property crime is also significant, with 296 incidents, primarily driven by Larceny/Theft Offenses (206 incidents), followed by Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property (36 incidents) and Motor Vehicle Theft (33 incidents). Burglary/Breaking & Entering accounts for 21 incidents. Other notable categories include "others" with 33 incidents, divided into Counterfeiting/Forgery (18 incidents) and Fraud Offenses (15 incidents). Sex Offenses account for 13 incidents, with 9 classified as Sex Offenses and 4 as Kidnapping/Abduction. Robbery is relatively low, with 8 incidents, all classified as Robbery. Homicide is the least frequent, with 7 incidents, classified as Homicide Offenses.
Longview, TX crime map
Crime Map
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Safest Zip Codes
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Safety24.9
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Total Crimes75693
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Safety25.9
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Total Crimes75605
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FAQ about crime in Longview, TX
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 Longview, TX.
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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