Waukesha, WI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Waukesha Police Department serves the city of Waukesha, WI in Waukesha County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,709 violent crimes and 3,206 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 42.8 per 100k residents, which is 59.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 75.6 per 100k, 53.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary 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 AAnnual Rate42.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,709 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate8.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents291 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate75.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,206 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate4.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents289 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate62.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,687 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate8.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents220 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 42.8 | A | 1709 | 106.2 | -59.7% |
| Property Crime | 75.6 | A | 3206 | 163.6 | -53.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 8.6 | A | 291 | 22.3 | -61.5% |
| Burglary | 4.3 | A | 289 | 24.0 | -82.2% |
| Larceny | 62.8 | A | 2687 | 116.4 | -46.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8.6 | A | 220 | 22.2 | -61.4% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Menomonee Falls | 3 miles | A 20.2 | A 63.2 | Violent: 52.8% lower Property: 16.5% lower |
| New Berlin | 3 miles | A 29.8 | A 92.0 | Violent: 30.3% lower Property: 21.6% higher |
| Muskego | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 19.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 73.7% lower |
| Delafield | 3 miles | A 13.9 | A 97.6 | Violent: 67.4% lower Property: 29.1% higher |
| Chenequa | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |