Forest Lake, MN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Forest Lake Police Department serves the city of Forest Lake, MN in Washington County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 619 violent crimes and 2,564 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 28.7 per 100k residents, which is 73.0% below the national average. Property crime averages 129.0 per 100k, 21.2% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 4 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 Rate28.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents619 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents62 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate4.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents61 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate129.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,564 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate119.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,088 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate9.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents169 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 28.7 | A | 619 | 106.2 | -73.0% |
| Property Crime | 129.0 | B | 2564 | 163.6 | -21.2% |
| Rape | 4.8 | D | 62 | 3.5 | +35.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 4.8 | A | 61 | 22.3 | -78.5% |
| Larceny | 119.4 | C | 2088 | 116.4 | +2.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 9.6 | A | 169 | 22.2 | -56.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakes Area | 11 miles | A 9.3 | A 46.6 | Violent: 67.5% lower Property: 63.9% lower |
| Centennial Lakes | 11 miles | A 24.1 | A 40.2 | Violent: 15.9% lower Property: 68.8% lower |
| Blaine | 13 miles | A 24.9 | B 136.8 | Violent: 13.2% lower Property: 6.1% higher |
| Lino Lakes | 13 miles | A 9.0 | A 36.0 | Violent: 68.6% lower Property: 72.1% lower |
| Ramsey | 13 miles | A 35.0 | A 59.4 | Violent: 22.0% higher Property: 53.9% lower |