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46%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
24%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
50%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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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.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleFarmville/100k peopleVirginia/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime245n/a (estimate)3,3951,9302,324
Murder1n/a13.97.36.3
Rape5n/a69.330.240.0
Robbery1n/a13.938.466.1
Assault26n/a360.3158.1268.2
Violent crime33n/a (estimate)457234370
Burglary8n/a110.9124.6269.8
Theft203n/a2,813.21,410.41,401.9
Vehicle theft1n/a13.9160.7282.7
Property crime212n/a (estimate)2,9381,6961,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Farmville, VA

Crime is typically categorized into two main types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. Based on the most recent report, the Farmville crime rate is higher than the national average by 46.1%. Specifically, there were 33 violent crimes in Farmville, equivalent to 457 per 100,000 individuals, higher than the national average by 23.7%. Furthermore, Farmville recorded 212 property crimes, amounting to 2938 per 100,000 residents, which was higher than the average by 50.3%.

Although murder rates are essentially half of what they used to be 30+ years ago, some cities still struggle with higher rates than others. Farmville is one of those cities. In the last reported crime year, there were a total of 1 murders in Farmville, which equates to 14 murders per 100,000 people. This results in Farmville being a very dangerous place to live.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Farmville?

AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of Farmville residents. Out of the respondents (14 in total), 36% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in Farmville were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 64% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.

Is Farmville a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Farmville, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Farmville presents a total crime rate that is 46% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Farmville experiences an average of 0.67 daily crimes, comprising 0.09 violent incidents and 0.58 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 Farmville Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Farmville has increased by 12.9%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Farmville, aiding residents in assessing whether it is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. These crime rates are categorized into two primary groups: violent and property crimes. Year-over-year, violent crime has increased by 65%, while property crime has increased by 7.6%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Farmville is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Farmville

The economic prosperity of a city's inhabitants exerts substantial influence on crime stats. Elevated poverty rates and income inequality can precipitate heightened criminal activity, as individuals may turn to illicit means to fulfill their fundamental requirements. While lower poverty rates could lead to lower Farmville crime rates. In Farmville, the poverty rate stands at 32%, diverging from the national average of 15.1%.

Farmville reports an unemployment rate of 3.1%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. Constrained employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-paying positions can contribute to elevated rates of unemployment and underemployment. Areas where individuals contend with joblessness or insufficient wages may display heightened susceptibility to an increase in criminal activities attributed to economic insecurity. Conversely, regions characterized by robust employment rates often witness a decrease in overall Farmville crime rates.

Elevated rental costs can generate economic strain for both individuals and families, particularly those with restricted financial means. When a substantial proportion of one's income is allocated to housing costs, it often leaves limited resources for fulfilling other crucial necessities such as groceries, healthcare and education. This financial pressure can fuel desperation, potentially prompting individuals to resort to criminal actions, including theft or fraud, as a means of coping with their financial hardships. In Farmville, the average monthly rent stands at $674, while the national average is $949 per month.

Farmville crime map



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

      • Farmville crime rates are 46% higher than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Farmville are 24% higher than the national average
      • In Farmville you have a 1 in 30 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Farmville is safer than 17% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Farmville has increased by 22%

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        Daily Crime In Farmville (per 100,000 people)

        The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in Farmville, per 100,000 residents. In Farmville, the total number of daily crimes is 1.76 times more than the Virginia average and 1.46 times more than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in Farmville are 1.95 times more than the Virginia average and 1.24 times more than the national average. For property crime, Farmville has a daily crime rate that is 1.73 times more than the Virginia average and 1.50 times more than the daily national average.

        How Safe is Farmville (higher is better)

        Compared to the other cities in Virginia and all other cities across the US, is Farmville safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Farmville is safer than 12% of other cities in the state of Virginia. In addition, Farmville is safer than 17% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all Virginia and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Farmville. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Farmville is below average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Farmville

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Farmville is 1 in 219
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Farmville is 1 in 35
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Farmville is 1 in 30
        Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Farmville, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 219. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 35 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in Farmville is 1 in 30.

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

        An ideal indicator of whether Farmville is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live can be done by analyzing the year over year crime rates per 100,000 people. Year over year violent crime in Farmville has increased by 79% and the rate of property crime in Farmville has increased by 16%. The total crime rate in Farmville has increased by 22% year to year.

        Farmville police department

        Item Farmville Virginia National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)278,827558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents3.33.23.3
        There are a total of 27 Farmville police officers. This results in 3.3 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 1.1% greater than the Virginia average and 0.1% greater 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
        Hampden-Sydney, VA1,690117846963
        Crewe, VA2,5102662,3042,570
        Burkeville, VA4493442,4912,835
        Farmville, VA8,1524572,9383,395

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        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        West Miami, FL8,1522321,0271,259
        Eaton, OH8,1541081,4141,522
        Cleveland, TX8,1505482,9183,466
        Piedmont, OK8,15536505541
        Green, OR8,1494333,7174,150
        Farmville, VA8,1524572,9383,395
        Source: The Farmville, 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.