Abingdon, VA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Abingdon Police Department serves the city of Abingdon, VA in Washington County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 400 violent crimes and 614 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 84.1 per 100k residents, which is 20.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 228.4 per 100k, 39.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate84.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents400 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate12.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents21 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate12.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents36 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate228.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents614 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate12.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents34 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate216.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents525 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 84.1 | B | 400 | 106.2 | -20.8% |
| Property Crime | 228.4 | D | 614 | 163.6 | +39.6% |
| Rape | 12.0 | F | 21 | 3.5 | +239.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 12.0 | A | 36 | 22.3 | -46.0% |
| Burglary | 12.0 | A | 34 | 24.0 | -50.0% |
| Larceny | 216.3 | F | 525 | 116.4 | +85.9% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Damascus | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 1015.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 344.6% higher |
| Glade Spring | 0 miles | B 73.2 | B 146.3 | Violent: 13.1% lower Property: 35.9% lower |
| Lebanon | 15 miles | A 32.4 | B 129.6 | Violent: 61.5% lower Property: 43.3% lower |
| Bristol | 16 miles | F 231.7 | F 291.1 | Violent: 175.4% higher Property: 27.5% higher |
| Chilhowie | 24 miles | A 61.6 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 26.7% lower Property: N/A |