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Hi Paul,

The crime rate in Virginia Beach is very low when compared to the national average. According to Area Vibe, Virginia Beach gets an “A-” grade for Crime. http://www.areavibes.com/virginia+beach-va/crime/

However, please keep in mind that the crime rate is determined for Virginia Beach as a whole.  Virginia Beach, like any other city, has good areas and bad areas.

The oceanfront of Virginia Beach is a safe place to vacation.  Obviously, you need to use common sense and not underestimate the situation.  If a personal belonging or valuable is left unattended and in plain sight, it is likely to get stolen.

Bicycle thefts are probably the biggest concern for oceanfront citizens and tourists.

Credit cards are normally safe when in the hands of the restaurants and other store merchants, but it is always wise to check on your credit card activity anytime you go on vacation.

Violent crime and similar worries are almost non-existent at the oceanfront.

You can be assured that you are in for a worry-free vacation in Virginia Beach when it comes to crime.

We hope this helps answer your question and as always,

HAVE A GREAT DAY AT THE BEACH!