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31%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
100%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
18%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2023 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2024; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleIndependence/100k peopleVirginia/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime16n/a (estimate)1,5811,8952,281
Murder0n/a0.06.05.7
Rape0n/a0.029.838.0
Robbery0n/a0.037.766.5
Assault0n/a0.0162.8264.1
Violent crime0n/a (estimate)0236364
Burglary2n/a197.6122.4250.7
Theft13n/a1,284.61,363.51,347.2
Vehicle theft1n/a98.8172.8318.7
Property crime16n/a (estimate)1,5811,6591,917

Independence crime map



The Independence crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Independence as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Independence crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Independence crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Independence crime rates are 31% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Independence are 100% lower than the national average
      • In Independence you have a 1 in 64 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Independence is safer than 70% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Independence has increased by 46%

      Independence, VA Crime Quiz

      • 1. Which city in Virginia has the least crime per 100,000 people?
      • 2. Which city in Virginia has the most crime per 100,000 people?
      • 3. How many crimes (per 100,000 people) occur in Independence each year?
      • 4. Is the Independence crime rate higher or lower than the Virginia average?
      • 5. Independence is safer than 77% of all other cities in Virginia.
       
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      Daily Crime In Independence (per 100,000 people)

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      Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Independence

      The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Independence is 0
      The chance of being a victim of property crime in Independence is 1 in 64
      The chance of being a victim of crime in Independence is 1 in 64

      Year Over Year Crime In Independence (per 100,000 people)

      Independence police department

      Item Independence Virginia National
      Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)28,827558,732
      Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.13.23.3
      There are a total of 2 Independence police officers. This results in 2.1 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 34.3% less than the Virginia average and 35% less than the National average.

      Sex offenders in Virginia

      State Total offenders Virginia /100K National /100K
      Virginia25,766352266
      There are a total of 25,766 sex offenders in Virginia. This yields a total of 352 sex offenders in Virginia per 100,000 residents which is 32% greater than the national average.

      Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

      City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
      Sparta, NC1,8781608451,005
      Ivanhoe, VA5143152,2122,527
      Fries, VA4993622,5472,910
      Galax, VA6,4023413,9444,285
      Independence, VA1,10101,5811,581

      Cities with similar population

      City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
      Rush Springs, OK1,1014951,1871,681
      Silver Ridge, NJ1,10167463530
      Ryland Heights, KY1,10170488558
      Clear Lake, WA1,1011108911,001
      Appleton City, MO1,1012321,0611,294
      Independence, VA1,10101,5811,581
      Source: The Independence, VA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2023. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.