Neighborhood Crime Report
Brightwood
Richmond, VA
B+

Crime Score

Average crime

Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault 134
34% above avg
Robbery 151
51% above avg
Burglary 171
71% above avg
Larceny/Theft 82
18% below avg
Vehicle Theft 76
24% below avg
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Demographics
$349,058
Average Home
$80,464
Average Income
238
Population
47.0
Average Age
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Crime Level
Low High
Brightwood Details

Brightwood, Richmond Crime Information

Richmond, VA neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics

B+

Brightwood

Richmond, VA

Crime Score: B+ – Average crime

238
Population
$80,464
Median Income
$349,058
Median Home Value
47.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 134
Robbery 151
Burglary 171
Larceny/Theft 82
Vehicle Theft 76

Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.

Housing & Real Estate

$349,058
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
61.2%
Renter Occupied
38.8%

Cost of Living

24% lower than national average
🏠 Housing -18%
🛒 Food & Groceries -31%
🚗 Transportation -22%
🏥 Healthcare -34%
💡 Utilities -7%

Demographics

Education Level

26.7%
High School+
19.8%
Bachelor's+
16.9%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
15.6%
Black/African American
81.2%
Hispanic/Latino
2.5%
Asian
0.5%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
47° / 27°F
Summer (Jul)
88° / 67°F
🌧️
44.4"
Annual Rain
❄️
14.0"
Annual Snow

Brightwood, Richmond Crime Information

Richmond, VA neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics

B+

Brightwood

Richmond, VA

Crime Score: B+ – Average crime

Low High
238
Population
$80,464
Median Income
$349,058
Median Home Value
47.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 134
Robbery 151
Burglary 171
Larceny/Theft 82
Vehicle Theft 76

Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.

Housing & Real Estate

$349,058
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
61.2%
Renter Occupied
38.8%

Cost of Living

24% lower than national average
🏠 Housing -18%
🛒 Food & Groceries -31%
🚗 Transportation -22%
🏥 Healthcare -34%
💡 Utilities -7%

Demographics

Education Level

26.7%
High School+
19.8%
Bachelor's+
16.9%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
15.6%
Black/African American
81.2%
Hispanic/Latino
2.5%
Asian
0.5%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
47° / 27°F
Summer (Jul)
88° / 67°F
🌧️
44.4"
Annual Rain
❄️
14.0"
Annual Snow

About Brightwood

Brightwood is a neighborhood located in Richmond, VA. With a crime score of B+, this area has average crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.

The neighborhood has a population of approximately 238 residents with a median household income of $80,464.

Safety Tips

  • Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
  • Keep valuables out of sight in your vehicle
  • Get to know your neighbors and join community watch programs
  • Report suspicious activity to local authorities