Crime Safety Grade

B

Fredericksburg, VA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 65% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Fredericksburg Safe?

With an overall crime index of 98, Fredericksburg has a 2% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 263. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Fox Point earning an A+ grade while Celebrate Virginia rates C+.

Crime Index Comparison

Fredericksburg
98
Virginia Avg
112
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
98
2% below average
Violent Crime
95
5% below average
Property Crime
104
4% above average
Safe Areas
75%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Fredericksburg

1 in 263

Property crime: 1 in 240

Where Is It Safe in Fredericksburg?

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Fredericksburg Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 44% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 28% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 114 ▲ 14%
Assault Violent 98 ▼ 2%
Robbery Violent 72 ▼ 28%
Burglary Property 76 ▼ 24%
Larceny / Theft Property 92 ▼ 8%
Vehicle Theft Property 144 ▲ 44%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Fredericksburg Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Fox Point A+ 25
2 Lee's Hill B+ 113
3 Lee's Parke B+ 92
4 Celebrate Virginia C+ 162

Fredericksburg Crime by Zip Code

22405
A Index: 111
22408
A Index: 85
22407
A- Index: 82
22401
A- Index: 102
22406
B+ Index: 130

Fredericksburg Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
155,414
Median Income
$69,528
Home Value
$377,046
Median Rent
$1,287
Home Ownership
40%

Racial Demographics

White
65.9%
Black
20.7%
Hispanic
9.8%
Asian
3.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Fredericksburg?
Fredericksburg has an overall crime index of 98, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 75% of neighborhoods in Fredericksburg are rated A or B for safety.
Is Fredericksburg safe to live in?
Fredericksburg 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 Fredericksburg?
The safest neighborhoods in Fredericksburg based on crime data include Fox Point, Lee's Hill, Lee's Parke, and Celebrate Virginia. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Fredericksburg crime compare to the national average?
Fredericksburg's overall crime index is 98 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 2% lower than the typical US city.

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