Crime Safety Grade

A-

Gainesville, VA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 92% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Gainesville Safe?

With an overall crime index of 53, Gainesville has a 47% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 446. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Heritage Hunt earning an A+ grade while Gainesville rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Gainesville
53
Virginia Avg
112
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
53
47% below average
Violent Crime
56
44% below average
Property Crime
37
63% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Gainesville

1 in 446

Property crime: 1 in 676

Where Is It Safe in Gainesville?

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Gainesville Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 16% below avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 66% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 38 ▼ 62%
Assault Violent 84 ▼ 16%
Robbery Violent 45 ▼ 55%
Burglary Property 34 ▼ 66%
Larceny / Theft Property 44 ▼ 56%
Vehicle Theft Property 35 ▼ 65%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Gainesville Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Heritage Hunt A+ 40
2 Gainesville A 65

Gainesville Crime by Zip Code

20155
A Index: 43

Gainesville Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
16,391
Median Income
$143,490
Home Value
$512,716
Median Rent
$1,962
Home Ownership
84%

Racial Demographics

White
64.5%
Black
12.1%
Hispanic
10.6%
Asian
14.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Gainesville?
Gainesville has an overall crime index of 53, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Gainesville are rated A or B for safety.
Is Gainesville safe to live in?
Gainesville has a crime safety grade of A-. Very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Gainesville?
The safest neighborhoods in Gainesville based on crime data include Heritage Hunt, and Gainesville. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Gainesville crime compare to the national average?
Gainesville's overall crime index is 53 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 47% lower than the typical US city.

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