Lakewood, WA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lakewood Police Department serves the city of Lakewood, WA in Pierce County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 6,653 violent crimes and 14,359 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 191.8 per 100k residents, which is 80.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 370.6 per 100k, 126.5% 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 14 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 FAnnual Rate191.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents6,653 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents177 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate17.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents503 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate50.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,609 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate370.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents14,359 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate37.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents2,217 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate227.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents8,468 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate106.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,612 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 191.8 | F | 6653 | 106.2 | +80.5% |
| Property Crime | 370.6 | F | 14359 | 163.6 | +126.5% |
| Rape | 3.2 | C | 177 | 3.5 | -8.9% |
| Robbery | 17.7 | F | 503 | 5.8 | +204.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 50.0 | F | 1609 | 22.3 | +124.4% |
| Burglary | 37.1 | D | 2217 | 24.0 | +54.2% |
| Larceny | 227.2 | F | 8468 | 116.4 | +95.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 106.3 | F | 3612 | 22.2 | +379.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 14 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 3 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
| Anti-Multiple Religions, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steilacoom | 4 miles | A 60.5 | A 90.7 | Violent: 68.5% lower Property: 75.5% lower |
| Fircrest | 4 miles | A 57.8 | D 231.3 | Violent: 69.8% lower Property: 37.6% lower |
| Fife | 8 miles | D 159.0 | F 645.3 | Violent: 17.1% lower Property: 74.1% higher |
| Ruston | 9 miles | C 96.4 | F 1350.0 | Violent: 49.7% lower Property: 264.3% higher |
| Puyallup | 10 miles | B 90.1 | F 438.7 | Violent: 53.0% lower Property: 18.4% higher |