Poulsbo, WA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Poulsbo Police Department serves the city of Poulsbo, WA in Kitsap County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 454 violent crimes and 1,405 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 58.0 per 100k residents, which is 45.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 256.8 per 100k, 57.0% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 Rate58.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents454 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate16.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents77 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate256.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,405 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate16.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents208 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate140.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,010 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate99.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents178 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 58.0 | A | 454 | 106.2 | -45.4% |
| Property Crime | 256.8 | D | 1405 | 163.6 | +57.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 16.6 | B | 77 | 22.3 | -25.6% |
| Burglary | 16.6 | B | 208 | 24.0 | -31.0% |
| Larceny | 140.8 | D | 1010 | 116.4 | +21.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 99.4 | F | 178 | 22.2 | +348.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port Orchard | 0 miles | D 134.2 | F 357.9 | Violent: 131.4% higher Property: 39.4% higher |
| Bainbridge Island | 0 miles | A 16.4 | A 69.9 | Violent: 71.7% lower Property: 72.8% lower |
| Bremerton | 5 miles | A 51.8 | A 73.4 | Violent: 10.7% lower Property: 71.4% lower |
| Seatac | 15 miles | B 93.0 | F 428.6 | Violent: 60.4% higher Property: 66.9% higher |
| Burien | 15 miles | C 123.4 | F 330.5 | Violent: 112.8% higher Property: 28.7% higher |