Chincoteague, VA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Chincoteague Police Department serves the city of Chincoteague, VA in Accomack County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 114 violent crimes and 182 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 61.5 per 100k residents, which is 42.1% below the national average. Property crime averages 30.7 per 100k, 81.2% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Property Crime 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 AAnnual Rate61.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents114 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate30.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents16 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate30.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents182 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate30.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents148 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 61.5 | A | 114 | 106.2 | -42.1% |
| Property Crime | 30.7 | A | 182 | 163.6 | -81.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 30.7 | D | 16 | 22.3 | +38.1% |
| Larceny | 30.7 | A | 148 | 116.4 | -73.6% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parksley | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Onley | 0 miles | F 375.2 | F 375.2 | Violent: 510.5% higher Property: 1121.1% higher |
| Exmore | 33 miles | F 285.9 | A 71.5 | Violent: 365.2% higher Property: 132.6% higher |
| White Stone | 36 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Cape Charles | 37 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |