Crime Safety Grade

B

Reston, VA Crime Rate

Higher crime than 52% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Reston Safe?

With an overall crime index of 113, Reston has a 13% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 255. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Reston earning an A- grade while Reston rates A-.

Crime Index Comparison

Reston
113
Virginia Avg
112
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
113
13% above average
Violent Crime
98
2% below average
Property Crime
102
2% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Reston

1 in 255

Property crime: 1 in 245

Where Is It Safe in Reston?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Reston
A-
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Reston Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 19% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 27% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 113 ▲ 13%
Assault Violent 109 ▲ 9%
Robbery Violent 73 ▼ 27%
Burglary Property 89 ▼ 11%
Larceny / Theft Property 119 ▲ 19%
Vehicle Theft Property 99 ▼ 1%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Reston Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Reston A- 113

Reston Crime by Zip Code

20194
A Index: 87
20191
A- Index: 107
20190
B+ Index: 139

Reston Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
61,418
Median Income
$121,563
Home Value
$513,636
Median Rent
$1,898
Home Ownership
62%

Racial Demographics

White
63.1%
Black
11.4%
Hispanic
13.8%
Asian
14.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Reston?
Reston has an overall crime index of 113, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Reston are rated A or B for safety.
Is Reston safe to live in?
Reston 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 Reston?
The safest neighborhoods in Reston based on crime data include Reston. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Reston crime compare to the national average?
Reston's overall crime index is 113 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 13% higher than the typical US city.

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