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🏡 Portsmouth, VA - Safety & Crime Data (2025)

Explore safety and livability data for Portsmouth, VA based on HoodScore metrics including offender count, crime severity, and public safety records.

Portsmouth, VA

ZIP 23701 23702 23703 23704 23707 23708
23709 – Moderate Risk

Score: 74% 74%
Moderate Risk
Noticeable crime activity, including occasional assaults or theft. A few registered sex offenders may be in the vicinity. Caution advised.

Portsmouth, VA, holds a HoodScore of 74, indicating a Moderate Risk for safety. Recently, the area experienced 156 severe crimes, 235 medium crimes, and 9 low crimes, showing varied levels of concern. There are 188 registered sex offenders involved with children, 150 associated with violent offenses, and 141 linked to rape incidents nearby. While Portsmouth offers an affordable lifestyle for many, prospective residents should consider the safety implications. Unlike generic real estate sites, HoodScore focuses on risks before you move, ensuring you make an informed, safety-first decision.

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (From 01-Jan-2025)
⚠️ Severe
156
⚠️ Medium
235
⚠️ Low
9
479 Registered Offenders Nearby
🖐️ Rape
141
👶 Child involved
188
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Assault
150
❗ Other
0

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