Crime Safety Grade

C+

Roanoke, VA Crime Rate

Higher crime than 59% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 49+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

Is Roanoke Safe?

With an overall crime index of 118, Roanoke has a 18% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 214. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Garden City earning an A+ grade while Harrison rates D-.

Crime Index Comparison

Roanoke

118

Virginia Avg

112

National Avg

100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index

118

18% above average

Violent Crime

117

17% above average

Property Crime

123

23% above average

Safe Areas

76%

Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Roanoke

1 in 214

Property crime: 1 in 203

Where Is It Safe in Roanoke?

Safest Neighborhoods

Garden City

Median income: $55,647

A+ 2

South Roanoke

Median income: $105,231

A+ 3

Grandin Court

Median income: $87,890

A+ 4

Mill Mountain

Median income: $60,889

A 5

Monterey

Median income: $66,691

A 6

Riverland / Walnut Hill

Median income: $56,268

A 7

Morningside

Median income: $47,163

A 8

Raleigh Court

Median income: $66,195

A 9

Southern Hills

Median income: $67,303

A 10

Wasena

Median income: $58,006

Areas with Higher Crime

Harrison

D- 2

Washington Park

D- 3

Shenandoah West

D 4

South Washington Heights

D 5

D+ 6

D+ 7

D+ 8

C- 9

C+ 10

C+

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Roanoke Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · 29% above avg

Lowest Risk

Burglary · 15% above avg

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Virginia
Murder Violent	119	▲ 19%	▲ 11%
Assault Violent	115	▲ 15%	▲ 5%
Robbery Violent	117	▲ 17%	▲ 8%
Burglary Property	115	▲ 15%	▲ 1%
Larceny / Theft Property	129	▲ 29%	▲ 61%
Vehicle Theft Property	124	▲ 24%	▲ 45%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Roanoke Neighborhoods

#	Neighborhood	Grade	Crime Index	Median Income
1	Garden City	A+	66	$55,647
2	South Roanoke	A+	66	$105,231
3	Grandin Court	A+	81	$87,890
4	Mill Mountain	A	66	$60,889
5	Monterey	A	80	$66,691
6	Riverland / Walnut Hill	A	72	$56,268
7	Morningside	A	115	$47,163
8	Raleigh Court	A	78	$66,195
9	Southern Hills	A	83	$67,303
10	Wasena	A	96	$58,006
11	Franklin / Colonial	A	88	$68,026
12	Edgewood / Summit Hills	A	48	$71,421
13	Greater Deyerle	A	125	$67,154
14	Mecca Gardens	A	130	$69,186
15	Wildwood	A-	91	$47,243
16	Williamson Road	A-	79	$49,012
17	Kenwood	A-	164	$35,543
18	Wilmont	A-	56	$58,409
19	Westview Terrace	A-	40	$74,250
20	Roundhill	A-	109	$52,925
21	Belmont	A-	132	$46,494
22	South Jefferson	A-	170	$34,055
23	Evans Spring	A-	57	$49,903
24	Downtown Roanoke	A-	113	$67,658
25	Preston Park	A-	110	$55,256
26	Airport	A-	128	$40,124
27	Riverdale	A-	133	$35,926
28	Norwich	B+	133	$24,992
29	Peachtree / Norwood	B+	115	$58,913
30	Eastgate	B+	142	$61,725
31	Fallon	B+	145	$36,878
32	Hollins	B+	132	$52,196
33	Ridgewood Park	B+	120	$66,578
34	Old Southwest	B+	166	$29,211
35	Miller Court / Arrowood	B	72	$46,418
36	Villa Heights	B	100	$57,137
37	Melrose / Rugby	B	90	$45,491
38	Cherry Hill	C+	144	$53,002
39	Washington Heights	C+	141	$41,408
40	Mountain View	C+	181	$28,573
41	West End	C+	181	$28,608
42	Loudon / Melrose	C-	149	$37,045
43	Gilmer	D+	157	$33,204
44	Gainsboro	D+	157	$34,746
45	Hurt Park	D+	183	$32,655
46	South Washington Heights	D	184	$23,144
47	Shenandoah West	D	174	$28,235
48	Washington Park	D-	179	$25,624
49	Harrison	D-	180	$23,349

Roanoke Crime by Zip Code

Roanoke Demographics & Cost of Living

Population

216,388

Median Income

$45,664

Home Value

$134,933

Median Rent

$804

Home Ownership

52%

Racial Demographics

White

69.5%

Black

21%

Hispanic

5.5%

Asian

3.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Roanoke?

Roanoke has an overall crime index of 118, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 76% of neighborhoods in Roanoke are rated A or B for safety.

Is Roanoke safe to live in?

Roanoke has a crime safety grade of C+. Higher than average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.

What are the safest neighborhoods in Roanoke?

The safest neighborhoods in Roanoke based on crime data include Garden City, South Roanoke, Grandin Court, Mill Mountain, and Monterey. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.

How does Roanoke crime compare to the national average?

Roanoke's overall crime index is 118 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 18% higher than the typical US city.

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