Wytheville, VA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Wytheville Police Department serves the city of Wytheville, VA in Wythe County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 293 violent crimes and 1,140 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 86.1 per 100k residents, which is 18.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 270.6 per 100k, 65.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary 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 Rate86.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents293 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate270.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,140 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate12.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents109 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate246.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents967 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate12.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents61 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 86.1 | B | 293 | 106.2 | -18.9% |
| Property Crime | 270.6 | F | 1140 | 163.6 | +65.4% |
| Homicide | 12.3 | F | 1 | 0.5 | +2208.4% |
| Burglary | 12.3 | A | 109 | 24.0 | -48.8% |
| Larceny | 246.0 | F | 967 | 116.4 | +111.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 12.3 | A | 61 | 22.2 | -44.5% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rural Retreat | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Independence | 19 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 197.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 27.0% lower |
| Galax | 19 miles | F 296.6 | F 444.8 | Violent: 244.5% higher Property: 64.4% higher |
| Hillsville | 23 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 70.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 74.1% lower |
| Pulaski | 23 miles | C 101.5 | D 214.3 | Violent: 17.9% higher Property: 20.8% lower |