Bellingham, WA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Bellingham Police Department serves the city of Bellingham, WA in Whatcom County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 5,169 violent crimes and 21,992 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 79.0 per 100k residents, which is 25.6% below the national average. Property crime averages 279.0 per 100k, 70.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 49 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 BAnnual Rate79.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents5,169 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents505 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate20.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents953 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate279.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents21,992 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate46.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents3,013 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate225.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents17,302 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate6.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,590 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 79.0 | B | 5169 | 106.2 | -25.6% |
| Property Crime | 279.0 | F | 21992 | 163.6 | +70.6% |
| Robbery | 6.3 | C | 505 | 5.8 | +8.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 20.0 | B | 953 | 22.3 | -10.1% |
| Burglary | 46.3 | F | 3013 | 24.0 | +92.8% |
| Larceny | 225.3 | F | 17302 | 116.4 | +93.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6.3 | A | 1590 | 22.2 | -71.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 49 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Asian | 6 |
| Anti-Hindu | 1 |
| Anti-White | 4 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 7 |
| Anti-Protestant | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Other Christian | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 3 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 12 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 5 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lynden | 13 miles | B 79.5 | C 171.1 | Violent: 0.6% higher Property: 38.7% lower |
| Anacortes | 19 miles | A 44.0 | C 187.2 | Violent: 44.2% lower Property: 32.9% lower |
| Sedro Woolley | 20 miles | A 30.4 | A 45.6 | Violent: 61.5% lower Property: 83.6% lower |
| Blaine | 21 miles | A 65.8 | C 180.9 | Violent: 16.7% lower Property: 35.2% lower |
| Burlington | 21 miles | B 89.9 | F 759.2 | Violent: 13.8% higher Property: 172.1% higher |