Bellevue, WA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Bellevue Police Department serves the city of Bellevue, WA in King County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,442 violent crimes and 25,021 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 50.9 per 100k residents, which is 52.1% below the national average. Property crime averages 322.9 per 100k, 97.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 83 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate50.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,442 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate0.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents102 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate5.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents437 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate7.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents476 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate322.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents25,021 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate39.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents3,101 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate219.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents19,611 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate63.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,261 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 50.9 | A | 4442 | 106.2 | -52.1% |
| Property Crime | 322.9 | F | 25021 | 163.6 | +97.4% |
| Rape | 0.7 | A | 102 | 3.5 | -81.6% |
| Robbery | 5.2 | B | 437 | 5.8 | -10.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 7.2 | A | 476 | 22.3 | -67.7% |
| Burglary | 39.1 | F | 3101 | 24.0 | +62.9% |
| Larceny | 219.8 | F | 19611 | 116.4 | +88.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 63.9 | F | 2261 | 22.2 | +188.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 83 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Male | 1 |
| Anti-Asian | 10 |
| Anti-Hindu | 1 |
| Anti-White | 4 |
| Anti-Jewish | 12 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 8 |
| Anti-Transgender | 2 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 2 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 6 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 19 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 8 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 8 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issaquah | 0 miles | A 41.0 | F 336.1 | Violent: 19.3% lower Property: 4.1% higher |
| Mercer Island | 0 miles | A 12.1 | B 132.6 | Violent: 76.3% lower Property: 58.9% lower |
| Normandy Park | 0 miles | A 15.3 | D 199.0 | Violent: 69.9% lower Property: 38.4% lower |
| Redmond | 0 miles | A 45.9 | F 300.6 | Violent: 9.9% lower Property: 6.9% lower |
| Black Diamond | 0 miles | A 13.8 | A 96.5 | Violent: 72.9% lower Property: 70.1% lower |