Franklin County, VA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Franklin County in VA is served by 3 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 2,945 violent crimes and 3,430 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 156.6 per 100k residents, which is 47.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 161.0 per 100k, 1.6% below 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 DAnnual Rate156.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,945 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents117 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate11.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents213 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate161.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,430 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate12.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents336 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate137.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,695 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate11.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents383 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 156.6 | D | 2945 | 106.2 | +47.5% |
| Property Crime | 161.0 | C | 3430 | 163.6 | -1.6% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 21 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 1.0 | A | 117 | 3.5 | -72.0% |
| Robbery | 0.0 | A | 18 | 5.8 | -100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 11.1 | A | 213 | 22.3 | -50.2% |
| Burglary | 12.9 | A | 336 | 24.0 | -46.4% |
| Larceny | 137.0 | C | 2695 | 116.4 | +17.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 11.1 | A | 383 | 22.2 | -50.0% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Franklin County Sheriff's Office
Rocky Mount Police Department
Rocky Mount, VA