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Virginia Public Safety Index
Below is the population-adjusted safety index directory for scored jurisdictions in Virginia. Scores represent normalized FBI NIBRS reporting rates on a 0–100 scale (where 100 is complete safety).
| City / Jurisdiction | Population | Safety Score | Overall Trend | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | 457,066 | 58.72 | ↓ Decreasing | View Report → |
| Chesapeake | 251,153 | 44.11 | ↓ Decreasing | View Report → |
| Norfolk | 235,037 | 20.43 | → Stable | View Report → |
* Trajectory trends are calculated by comparing weighted year-over-year growth parameters from 2024 to 2025 reporting data.
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