Richmond, VA crime snapshot: safety grade C+, violent crime rate 3.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 2.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
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per 1000 residents
The area has very low safety standards with a D rating. Residents should be aware of their surroundings and take appropriate precautions.
Given the higher rate of violent crimes (62.4% of total incidents), residents should prioritize personal safety measures, avoid walking alone at night, and stay informed about local safety alerts.
The high crime volume of 1,262 incidents indicates this is an active urban area. The most common crime type is assault.
Crime rates in Richmond align with national averages, suggesting typical urban safety patterns.
Based on the provided crime data for the area identified by GEOID 16000US5167000, a comprehensive analysis reveals several key trends. The total count of reported crimes is 1,262. Assault offenses constitute the largest category, with 743 incidents, indicating a significant prevalence of violent altercations. Property crime is also substantial, totaling 404 incidents, with larceny/theft offenses being the most frequent at 167, followed by destruction/damage/vandalism of property at 149, and burglary/breaking & entering at 62. Homicide, while the most severe, accounts for a smaller portion of the total, with 23 reported cases. Robbery is also relatively low, with 22 incidents. Sex offenses account for 36 incidents, with a mix of forcible and non-forcible offenses, as well as kidnapping/abduction. The "others" category, totaling 34 incidents, includes counterfeiting/forgery (6), arson (2), fraud offenses (12), and embezzlement (14). To provide a more complete picture, additional data points are needed. Without the city name, state name, population, and median income, it's impossible to calculate the crime rate per 100k residents or assign a safety score and grade. Similarly, violent and property crime rates cannot be accurately determined without the population figure. A crime map and zip code data would further enhance the analysis by providing geographic context and identifying potential hotspots. However, based solely on the provided data, it's clear that addressing assault and property crime should be a priority. Strategies to reduce these offenses could include increased community policing, improved security measures, and targeted interventions to address underlying factors contributing to these crimes. Further investigation into the "others" category could also reveal specific patterns or trends that warrant attention.
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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 Richmond, VA.
Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.
Combine this crime report with the market overview for Richmond, VA and the school report linked in the “Related analysis” section to assess both safety and investment fundamentals.
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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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