Crime Safety Grade

A

Purcellville, VA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 69% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Purcellville Safe?

With an overall crime index of 94, Purcellville has a 6% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 229. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Hillsboro earning an A+ grade while Purcellville rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Purcellville
94
Virginia Avg
112
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
94
6% below average
Violent Crime
109
9% above average
Property Crime
81
19% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Purcellville

1 in 229

Property crime: 1 in 309

Where Is It Safe in Purcellville?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Purcellville
A
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Purcellville Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 37% above avg
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 39% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 73 ▼ 27%
Assault Violent 116 ▲ 16%
Robbery Violent 137 ▲ 37%
Burglary Property 107 ▲ 7%
Larceny / Theft Property 74 ▼ 26%
Vehicle Theft Property 61 ▼ 39%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Purcellville Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Hillsboro A+ 82
2 Purcellville A 106

Purcellville Crime by Zip Code

20132
A Index: 93

Purcellville Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
10,063
Median Income
$132,063
Home Value
$474,424
Median Rent
$1,736
Home Ownership
84%

Racial Demographics

White
85.7%
Black
4.6%
Hispanic
5.8%
Asian
3.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Purcellville?
Purcellville has an overall crime index of 94, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Purcellville are rated A or B for safety.
Is Purcellville safe to live in?
Purcellville has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Purcellville?
The safest neighborhoods in Purcellville based on crime data include Hillsboro, and Purcellville. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Purcellville crime compare to the national average?
Purcellville's overall crime index is 94 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 6% lower than the typical US city.

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