Renton, WA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Renton Police Department serves the city of Renton, WA in King County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,622 violent crimes and 22,626 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 79.8 per 100k residents, which is 24.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 338.7 per 100k, 107.0% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. 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 Rate79.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,622 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate1.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents27 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate2.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents185 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate16.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents601 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate17.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,019 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate338.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents22,626 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate48.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents2,834 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate153.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents13,861 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate135.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents5,860 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 79.8 | B | 4622 | 106.2 | -24.9% |
| Property Crime | 338.7 | F | 22626 | 163.6 | +107.0% |
| Homicide | 1.0 | F | 27 | 0.5 | +82.0% |
| Rape | 2.9 | B | 185 | 3.5 | -17.4% |
| Robbery | 16.6 | F | 601 | 5.8 | +184.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 17.5 | B | 1019 | 22.3 | -21.3% |
| Burglary | 48.7 | F | 2834 | 24.0 | +102.5% |
| Larceny | 153.8 | D | 13861 | 116.4 | +32.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 135.3 | F | 5860 | 22.2 | +510.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 28 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 3 |
| Anti-White | 3 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| Anti-Protestant | 1 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 3 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 9 |
| Anti-Multiple Religions, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tukwila | 1 miles | F 259.5 | F 1684.7 | Violent: 225.2% higher Property: 397.4% higher |
| Des Moines | 6 miles | A 62.1 | F 298.3 | Violent: 22.1% lower Property: 11.9% lower |
| Kent | 6 miles | F 188.3 | F 453.8 | Violent: 135.9% higher Property: 34.0% higher |
| Newcastle | 6 miles | A 23.5 | F 305.0 | Violent: 70.6% lower Property: 9.9% lower |
| Covington | 9 miles | A 41.6 | F 374.3 | Violent: 47.9% lower Property: 10.5% higher |