Burien, WA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Burien Police Department serves the city of Burien, WA in King County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,323 violent crimes and 10,487 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 123.4 per 100k residents, which is 16.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 330.5 per 100k, 102.0% 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 CAnnual Rate123.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,323 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate2.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents20 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate8.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents140 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate17.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents361 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate15.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents645 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate330.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents10,487 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate61.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents2,000 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate131.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents5,554 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate133.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,833 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 123.4 | C | 3323 | 106.2 | +16.2% |
| Property Crime | 330.5 | F | 10487 | 163.6 | +102.0% |
| Homicide | 2.0 | F | 20 | 0.5 | +273.5% |
| Rape | 8.0 | F | 140 | 3.5 | +125.1% |
| Robbery | 17.9 | F | 361 | 5.8 | +208.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 15.9 | B | 645 | 22.3 | -28.4% |
| Burglary | 61.7 | F | 2000 | 24.0 | +156.9% |
| Larceny | 131.4 | C | 5554 | 116.4 | +12.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 133.4 | F | 2833 | 22.2 | +501.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 38 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 2 |
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 7 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 1 |
| Anti-Church of Jesus Christ | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 8 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 7 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seatac | 0 miles | B 93.0 | F 428.6 | Violent: 24.6% lower Property: 29.7% higher |
| Clyde Hill | 6 miles | C 97.6 | A 65.1 | Violent: 20.9% lower Property: 80.3% lower |
| Yarrow Point | 6 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Kirkland | 8 miles | A 37.0 | D 234.1 | Violent: 70.0% lower Property: 29.2% lower |
| Newcastle | 9 miles | A 23.5 | F 305.0 | Violent: 81.0% lower Property: 7.7% lower |