Kirkland, WA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Kirkland Police Department serves the city of Kirkland, WA in King County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,426 violent crimes and 10,052 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 37.0 per 100k residents, which is 65.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 234.1 per 100k, 43.1% 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 22 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 Rate37.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,426 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents136 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate2.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents112 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate2.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents262 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate234.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents10,052 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate35.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,097 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate173.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents7,906 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate25.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,024 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 37.0 | A | 2426 | 106.2 | -65.2% |
| Property Crime | 234.1 | D | 10052 | 163.6 | +43.1% |
| Rape | 1.1 | A | 136 | 3.5 | -69.2% |
| Robbery | 2.2 | A | 112 | 5.8 | -62.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 2.2 | A | 262 | 22.3 | -90.2% |
| Burglary | 35.9 | D | 1097 | 24.0 | +49.5% |
| Larceny | 173.1 | D | 7906 | 116.4 | +48.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 25.0 | C | 1024 | 22.2 | +12.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 22 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 3 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Other Christian | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 2 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 4 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 6 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clyde Hill | 3 miles | C 97.6 | A 65.1 | Violent: 163.7% higher Property: 72.2% lower |
| Yarrow Point | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Kenmore | 6 miles | A 25.8 | A 90.2 | Violent: 30.3% lower Property: 61.4% lower |
| Lake Forest Park | 6 miles | A 7.7 | C 161.8 | Violent: 79.2% lower Property: 30.9% lower |
| Seatac | 8 miles | B 93.0 | F 428.6 | Violent: 151.4% higher Property: 83.1% higher |