Moderately Safe · Population: 292,693
Lynchburg, Virginia is a city with moderate safety levels, with a safety score of 58/100. The violent crime rate of 583.6 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 292,693, Lynchburg reported 1,708 violent crimes and 8,110 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 17.6 per 100K |
| Rape | 66.6 per 100K |
| Robbery | 150.3 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 349.1 per 100K |
| Burglary | 479.1 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,979.8 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 311.8 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 1,708 |
| Property Crimes | 8,109 |
| Total Crimes | 9,817 |
With a safety score of 58/100, Lynchburg is safer than the average US city. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 83% 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.