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  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • City in Washington
  • 761 reviews
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    Seattle Crime

    Crime & Safety
    C
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Poll
    How safe do you feel in this area?
    Based on 68 responses
    • Pretty safe. There is some crime, but it doesn't impact me much.
      60%
    • Somewhat safe. There is noticeable crime, and there are times I don't feel safe.
      26%
    • Very safe. There is really no crime to speak of.
      10%
    • Not safe. There is a lot of crime, and I regularly don't feel safe.
      3%
    Poll
    How reliable are the police in this area?
    Based on 68 responses
    • The police are very visible and very responsive.
      44%
    • The police are visible, but somehow respond slowly when needed.
      29%
    • The police aren't around much, but are there quickly when you need them.
      13%
    • Not sure.
      13%

    Seattle Crime Rates

    Violent Crime Statistics
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      414.5
      282.7
    • Murder
      4.3
      6.1
    • Rape
      39.3
      40.7
    • Robbery
      222
      135.5
    Property Crime Statistics
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      1,075
      500.1
    • Theft
      3,529.9
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      544.2
      284
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