Sequim, WA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Sequim Police Department serves the city of Sequim, WA in Clallam County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 419 violent crimes and 1,231 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 106.5 per 100k residents, which is 0.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 153.9 per 100k, 5.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary 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 CAnnual Rate106.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents419 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate23.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents29 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate23.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents66 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate153.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,231 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate11.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents190 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate118.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents960 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate23.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents77 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 106.5 | C | 419 | 106.2 | +0.3% |
| Property Crime | 153.9 | C | 1231 | 163.6 | -5.9% |
| Rape | 23.7 | F | 29 | 3.5 | +569.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 23.7 | C | 66 | 22.3 | +6.4% |
| Burglary | 11.8 | A | 190 | 24.0 | -50.7% |
| Larceny | 118.4 | C | 960 | 116.4 | +1.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 23.7 | C | 77 | 22.2 | +6.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forks | 0 miles | C 102.5 | B 128.1 | Violent: 3.8% lower Property: 16.8% lower |
| Port Angeles | 21 miles | F 174.2 | D 219.0 | Violent: 63.5% higher Property: 42.3% higher |
| Port Townsend | 27 miles | B 85.8 | C 152.4 | Violent: 19.5% lower Property: 0.9% lower |
| Langley | 56 miles | B 87.1 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 18.2% lower Property: N/A |
| Oak Harbor | 59 miles | A 45.3 | A 61.7 | Violent: 57.5% lower Property: 59.9% lower |