Moderately Safe · Population: 141,702
Chesapeake, Virginia is a city with moderate safety levels, with a safety score of 69/100. The violent crime rate of 514 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 141,702, Chesapeake reported 728 violent crimes and 2,769 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 15.7 per 100K |
| Rape | 61 per 100K |
| Robbery | 165.5 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 271.8 per 100K |
| Burglary | 318.5 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,410.7 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 224.9 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 728 |
| Property Crimes | 2,769 |
| Total Crimes | 3,497 |
With a safety score of 69/100, Chesapeake is safer than the average US city. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 79% of all reported crimes.
Our team analyzes data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.