Bristol, VA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Bristol Police Department serves the city of Bristol, VA in Bristol City County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,205 violent crimes and 2,272 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 231.7 per 100k residents, which is 118.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 291.1 per 100k, 77.9% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 3 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate231.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,205 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate11.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents38 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate35.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents226 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate291.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,272 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate29.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents271 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate237.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,761 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate23.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents232 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 231.7 | F | 2205 | 106.2 | +118.2% |
| Property Crime | 291.1 | F | 2272 | 163.6 | +77.9% |
| Robbery | 11.9 | F | 38 | 5.8 | +104.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 35.6 | F | 226 | 22.3 | +60.2% |
| Burglary | 29.7 | D | 271 | 24.0 | +23.6% |
| Larceny | 237.7 | F | 1761 | 116.4 | +104.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 23.8 | C | 232 | 22.2 | +7.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abingdon | 16 miles | B 84.1 | D 228.4 | Violent: 63.7% lower Property: 21.6% lower |
| Damascus | 16 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 1015.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 248.7% higher |
| Glade Spring | 16 miles | B 73.2 | B 146.3 | Violent: 68.4% lower Property: 49.7% lower |
| Weber City | 21 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 80.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 72.3% lower |
| Gate City | 22 miles | A 49.4 | A 49.4 | Violent: 78.7% lower Property: 83.0% lower |