Shoreline, WA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Shoreline Police Department serves the city of Shoreline, WA in King County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,915 violent crimes and 7,607 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 61.5 per 100k residents, which is 42.1% below the national average. Property crime averages 256.0 per 100k, 56.5% 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 38 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 Rate61.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,915 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents106 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents180 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate3.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents301 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate256.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents7,607 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate53.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,467 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate128.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,768 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate74.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,301 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 61.5 | A | 1915 | 106.2 | -42.1% |
| Property Crime | 256.0 | D | 7607 | 163.6 | +56.5% |
| Rape | 3.3 | C | 106 | 3.5 | -5.8% |
| Robbery | 6.7 | C | 180 | 5.8 | +14.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 3.3 | A | 301 | 22.3 | -85.0% |
| Burglary | 53.2 | F | 1467 | 24.0 | +121.4% |
| Larceny | 128.0 | C | 4768 | 116.4 | +10.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 74.8 | F | 1301 | 22.2 | +237.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 38 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 2 |
| Anti-Jewish | 6 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 5 |
| Anti-Transgender | 3 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| Anti-Church of Jesus Christ | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 13 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 3 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue | 0 miles | A 50.9 | F 322.9 | Violent: 17.3% lower Property: 26.1% higher |
| Issaquah | 0 miles | A 41.0 | F 336.1 | Violent: 33.3% lower Property: 31.3% higher |
| Mercer Island | 0 miles | A 12.1 | B 132.6 | Violent: 80.4% lower Property: 48.2% lower |
| Normandy Park | 0 miles | A 15.3 | D 199.0 | Violent: 75.1% lower Property: 22.3% lower |
| Redmond | 0 miles | A 45.9 | F 300.6 | Violent: 25.4% lower Property: 17.4% higher |