Great Falls Neighborhood, Great Falls

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe neighborhood — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Great Falls

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 32 / 300 High
Violent Crime 78
22% below national avg
Property Crime 44
56% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is Great Falls Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood is very safe. Great Falls in Great Falls, VA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 32, which is 68% below the national average of 100. Great Falls is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Great Falls.

Compared to the Great Falls average (crime index 32), Great Falls is 0% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 125, 25% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 20). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this neighborhood.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 125 (25% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 20 (80% below avg)

Great Falls Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Great Falls city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
20 -80% Low
Assault
49 -51% Low
Robbery
119 +19% Moderate
Rape
125 +25% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
43 -57% Low
Larceny / Theft
38 -62% Low
Vehicle Theft
52 -48% Low

How Great Falls Compares

Crime index by category: Great Falls vs Great Falls average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Great Falls Crime Map

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Great Falls Demographics & Context

Population
17,136
Median Income
$265,793
Home Value
$1,544,763
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
667/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 34.9%
Graduate Degree 47.9%

Housing

91%
9%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 73.2%
Black 2.4%
Hispanic 4.3%
Asian 18.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Great Falls, Great Falls?

Great Falls in Great Falls, VA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 32, which is 68% below the national average. Compared to the Great Falls average, crime in Great Falls is 0% lower. Great Falls is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Great Falls.

Is Great Falls a safe neighborhood in Great Falls?

Great Falls is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Great Falls, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 125), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 20). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Great Falls.

How does Great Falls compare to the rest of Great Falls?

Great Falls's overall crime index is 32, compared to the Great Falls average of 32. This means crime in Great Falls is 0% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 78, and for property crime it is 44. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.

What type of crime is most common in Great Falls?

The most prevalent crime type in Great Falls is Rape, with a crime index of 125 (25% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Great Falls?

Great Falls has a population of approximately 17,136. The median household income is $265,793. The median home value is $1,544,763. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Great Falls crime compare to the national average?

Great Falls's overall crime rate is 68% below the national average (index 32 vs 100). Within Great Falls, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.