Berryville, VA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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71%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

88%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

68%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Berryville_{/100k people}	Virginia_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	31	n/a (estimate)	676	1,930	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	7.3	6.3
Rape	2	n/a	43.6	30.2	40.0
Robbery	0	n/a	0.0	38.4	66.1
Assault	0	n/a	0.0	158.1	268.2
Violent crime	2	n/a (estimate)	44	234	370
Burglary	2	n/a	43.6	124.6	269.8
Theft	24	n/a	523.1	1,410.4	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	3	n/a	65.4	160.7	282.7
Property crime	29	n/a (estimate)	632	1,696	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Berryville, VA

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Berryville is 70.9% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 2 violent crimes reported in Berryville, equivalent to 44 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 88.2%. Additionally, Berryville recorded 29 property crimes, amounting to 632 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 67.7%.

Berryville enjoys a remarkably low crime rate, standing at just 676, a significant contrast to the national average of 2324. This distinction firmly establishes Berryville as one of the safest places to reside in the entire United States. This crime rate is meticulously calculated, taking into account the total occurrences of both violent and property crimes per 100,000 individuals, providing a comprehensive perspective on the area's safety and livability.

Berryville stands out with one of the lowest violent crime rates in the United States. Reporting only 44 violent crimes per 100,000 people, Berryville secures its place among the safest cities in the nation, making it an enticing destination for those in search of a new home.

Berryville showcased a dedication to violent crime safety in its latest reported crime year by achieving a murder rate of 0. This accomplishment could indicate that it is a safe place for residents, but also provides a shining example to other urban areas endeavoring to create safer communities.

In 1991, property crime rates in the United States soared to over 5,140 crimes per 100,000 people. In the years since, the U.S. property crime rate has continued to decline with the most recent year reporting only 1954 property crimes. In Berryville, the property crime rate was even less than the national average with a rate of 632, cementing it as one of the safest places to live with regards to property crime.

Is Berryville a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Berryville, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Berryville presents a total crime rate that is 71% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Berryville experiences an average of 0.08 daily crimes, comprising 0.01 violent incidents and 0.08 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.

Has Crime in Berryville Increased Since Last Year?

Examining year-over-year crime data provides insights into short-term trends with regards to the crime activity in Berryville. This analysis involves comparing crime rates from one year to the next, enabling the identification of patterns and fluctuations in crime. Such information proves invaluable to residents seeking to make well-informed decisions about their choice of residence. In the most recent year, compared to the previous one, total crime in Berryville has decreased by 20.5%. Specifically, violent crime has didn't change by 0%, while property crime has decreased by 21.6%. This data empowers individuals with a clearer understanding of the evolving safety landscape in Berryville.

Potential Causes for Crime in Berryville

The economic well-being of a city's residents plays a significant role in crime rates. High poverty rates and income inequality can lead to increased crime stats as individuals may resort to illegal activities to meet their basic needs. While lower rates could lead to a lower Berryville crime rate. The poverty level in Berryville is 11.2%, while the national average is 15.1%.

In Berryville, 77.8% of residents have graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of a community can exert a significant influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of educational attainment are associated with reduced crime rates, as they furnish individuals with improved employment prospects and viable alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, communities characterized by lower educational achievement often grapple with higher crime rates, as limited opportunities may drive individuals towards criminal behavior.

In areas where housing affordability is an issue, crime can become a significant concern. Some individuals and families may be forced to live in overcrowded or substandard housing conditions, which can increase stress and potentially contribute to domestic disputes and related crimes. The median home price in Berryville is $344,300, compared to a national average of $184,700.

Berryville crime map

The Berryville crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Berryville 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 Berryville crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Berryville 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

Berryville crime rates are 71% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Berryville are 88% lower than the national average
In Berryville you have a 1 in 148 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Berryville is safer than 87% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Berryville has decreased by 24%

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Daily Crime In Berryville (per 100,000 people)

The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Berryville for every 100,000 residents. The Berryville total amount of daily crime is 2.86 times less than the Virginia average and 3.44 times less than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Berryville, is 5.37 times less than the Virginia average, and it is 8.48 times less than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Berryville has a daily crime average that is 2.68 times less than the Virginia average and 3.09 times less than the daily national rate.

How Safe is Berryville (higher is better)

When comparing the safety of Berryville to every other city in Virginia, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Berryville safe? The gauges above illustrate that Berryville is safer than 93% of every city located within Virginia along with 87% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Virginia and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Berryville, VA is ranked above average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Berryville

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Berryville is 1 in 2294

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Berryville is 1 in 159

The chance of being a victim of crime in Berryville is 1 in 148

How likely are you to become a victim of crime? In Berryville, Virginia you have a 1 in 2294 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 159 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 148 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Berryville.

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

The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Berryville is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Berryville has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have decreased by 4% in Berryville, while property crimes in Berryville have decreased by 25%. Total crime has decreased by 24% year over year.

Berryville police department

Item	Berryville	Virginia	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	9	8,827	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.1	3.2	3.3

There are a total of 9 Berryville police officers. This results in 2.1 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 35% less than the Virginia average and 35.6% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Virginia

State	Total offenders	Virginia_/100K	National_/100K
Virginia	25,766	352	266

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}
Bolivar, WV	1,272	54	239	293
Shannondale, WV	3,364	65	287	351
Inwood, WV	2,700	78	344	422
Charles Town, WV	5,985	90	400	490
Harpers Ferry, WV	334	112	497	609
Boyce, VA	867	79	576	656
Purcellville, VA	10,063	66	615	681
Berryville, VA	4,338	44	632	676

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Jourdanton, TX	4,338	335	550	885
Glassport, PA	4,338	271	1,436	1,707
Taylor Creek, FL	4,337	179	1,083	1,262
South Haven, MI	4,340	690	7,637	8,327
Tontitown, AR	4,341	254	1,537	1,791
Berryville, VA	4,338	44	632	676

Source: The Berryville, VA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. 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.