Amherst County, located in Virginia, has a relatively low crime rate compared to the national average. According to
, the violent crime rate in Amherst County is only 9.7, while the US average is 22.7. This means that residents of Amherst County are less likely to experience violent crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. The property crime rate in Amherst County is also lower than the national average, with a rate of 21.3 compared to 35.4 in the US. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. While crime does occur in Amherst County, the numbers show that it is not as prevalent as in other parts of the country. However, it is still important for residents to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Amherst County violent crime is 9.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Amherst County property crime is 21.3. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Amherst, Virginia does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Waynesboro, Virginia. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Waynesboro, Virginia. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.