Naval Weapons Station Yorktown Neighborhood, Williamsburg

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe neighborhood — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Williamsburg

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 80 / 300 High
Violent Crime 78
22% below national avg
Property Crime 110
10% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Williamsburg neighborhoods

Is Naval Weapons Station Yorktown Safe?

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown in Williamsburg, VA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 80, which is 20% below the national average of 100. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Williamsburg.

Compared to the Williamsburg average (crime index 80), Naval Weapons Station Yorktown 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: 164, 64% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 26). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Overall, Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is considered a safe neighborhood for residents and visitors. Standard urban awareness is recommended, but the area benefits from lower-than-average crime rates across most categories.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 164 (64% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 26 (74% below avg)

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
72 -28% Low
Assault
26 -74% Low
Robbery
49 -51% Low
Rape
164 +64% High
Property Crime
Burglary
133 +33% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
115 +15% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
83 -17% Average

How Naval Weapons Station Yorktown Compares

Crime index by category: Naval Weapons Station Yorktown vs Williamsburg average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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Naval Weapons Station Yorktown Demographics & Context

Population
1,531
Median Income
$52,161
Home Value
$21,983
Median Age
29
Pop. Density
78/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.6%
Graduate Degree 1.2%

Housing

62%
38%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 51.6%
Black 34.7%
Hispanic 10.8%
Asian 2.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Naval Weapons Station Yorktown, Williamsburg?

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown in Williamsburg, VA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 80, which is 20% below the national average. Compared to the Williamsburg average, crime in Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is 0% lower. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Williamsburg.

Is Naval Weapons Station Yorktown a safe neighborhood in Williamsburg?

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Williamsburg, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 164), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 26). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Williamsburg.

How does Naval Weapons Station Yorktown compare to the rest of Williamsburg?

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown's overall crime index is 80, compared to the Williamsburg average of 80. This means crime in Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is 0% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 78, and for property crime it is 110. 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 Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?

The most prevalent crime type in Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is Rape, with a crime index of 164 (64% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown has a population of approximately 1,531. The median household income is $52,161. The median home value is $21,983. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Naval Weapons Station Yorktown crime compare to the national average?

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown's overall crime rate is 20% below the national average (index 80 vs 100). Within Williamsburg, 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 March 2026.