Friendship, TN Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 70% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Friendship Safe?
Yes — Friendship has good safety overall
A city with below-average crime rates, though some neighborhoods may differ.
Friendship has a crime rate that is 36% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 396.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 396
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
34% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 148
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
63% lower than national average
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Friendship Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
60 | -40% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
64 | -36% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
70 | -30% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
77 | -23% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
51 | -49% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
28 | -72% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
45 | -55% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Friendship Crime Map
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Friendship Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Friendship, TN?
Friendship, TN has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 36% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 396 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 148 chance for property crime. Friendship has lower crime than 70% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Friendship, TN safe to live in?
Friendship is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of B. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Friendship is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Friendship?
The estimated violent crime rate in Friendship is 252.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 34% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 396 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 3.0 per 100K (40% below average); aggravated assault at 171.6 per 100K (36% below average); robbery at 51.9 per 100K (30% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Friendship?
The estimated property crime rate in Friendship is 675.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 63% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 148 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 138.9 per 100K (49% below average); larceny/theft at 393.8 per 100K (72% below average); vehicle theft at 142.6 per 100K (55% below average).
How does Friendship crime compare to the national average?
Friendship's overall crime rate is 36% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (23% below average), while larceny/theft is 72% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Friendship has lower crime than 70% of them.
Is Friendship safe to visit?
Friendship is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 63% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Friendship crime compare to the rest of Tennessee?
Tennessee as a whole has crime that is 10% above the national average. Friendship's crime rate is 36% below the national average, making it safer the typical Tennessee city.
What type of crime is most common in Friendship?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Friendship, with an estimated rate of 393.8 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 72% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (675 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (252 per 100K) in Friendship, which is consistent with national trends.