Crime Safety Grade

B+

Centreville, VA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 95% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Centreville Safe?

With an overall crime index of 44, Centreville has a 56% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 385. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Bull Run earning an A+ grade while Centreville rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Centreville
44
Virginia Avg
112
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
44
56% below average
Violent Crime
65
35% below average
Property Crime
59
41% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Centreville

1 in 385

Property crime: 1 in 424

Where Is It Safe in Centreville?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Centreville
A 2
Bull Run
A+
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Centreville Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 9% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 62% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 50 ▼ 50%
Assault Violent 38 ▼ 62%
Robbery Violent 109 ▲ 9%
Burglary Property 38 ▼ 62%
Larceny / Theft Property 73 ▼ 27%
Vehicle Theft Property 67 ▼ 33%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Centreville Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Bull Run A+ 22
2 Centreville A 66

Centreville Crime by Zip Code

20120
A- Index: 48
20121
A- Index: 90

Centreville Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
74,230
Median Income
$121,322
Home Value
$446,882
Median Rent
$1,875
Home Ownership
71%

Racial Demographics

White
49%
Black
9%
Hispanic
15.1%
Asian
30.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Centreville?
Centreville has an overall crime index of 44, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Centreville are rated A or B for safety.
Is Centreville safe to live in?
Centreville has a crime safety grade of B+. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Centreville?
The safest neighborhoods in Centreville based on crime data include Bull Run, and Centreville. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Centreville crime compare to the national average?
Centreville's overall crime index is 44 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 56% lower than the typical US city.

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