Northampton County, VA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Northampton County in VA is served by 5 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 468 violent crimes and 497 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 85.6 per 100k residents, which is 19.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 23.5 per 100k, 85.6% 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 BHomicide
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Robbery
Grade FAggravated Assault
Grade FProperty Crimes
Property Crime
Grade ABurglary
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Larceny
Grade AMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 85.6 | B | 468 | 106.2 | -19.4% |
| Property Crime | 23.5 | A | 497 | 163.6 | -85.6% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 3 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 0.0 | A | 10 | 3.5 | -100.0% |
| Robbery | 17.9 | F | 17 | 5.8 | +207.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 56.4 | F | 136 | 22.3 | +153.6% |
| Burglary | 0.0 | A | 79 | 24.0 | -100.0% |
| Larceny | 23.5 | A | 370 | 116.4 | -79.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 0.0 | A | 44 | 22.2 | -100.0% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Northampton County Sheriff's Office
Cape Charles Police Department
Cape Charles, VA
Exmore Police Department
Exmore, VA