University Place, WA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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37%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

32%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

51%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	University Place_{/100k people}	Washington_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	1,112	n/a (estimate)	3,191	3,732	2,324
Murder	1	n/a	2.9	5.0	6.3
Rape	9	n/a	25.8	39.2	40.0
Robbery	20	n/a	57.4	86.8	66.1
Assault	57	n/a	163.6	244.7	268.2
Violent crime	87	n/a (estimate)	250	376	370
Burglary	123	n/a	353.0	563.0	269.8
Theft	639	n/a	1,833.8	2,154.0	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	263	n/a	754.7	639.3	282.7
Property crime	1,025	n/a (estimate)	2,942	3,356	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in University Place, WA

When we analyze the latest crime report, the University Place crime rate is 37.3% higher than the national average. These incidents are classified into two primary categories: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes include assault, robbery, rape and murder. Whereas property crimes encompass theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In the case of University Place, there were 87 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 250 per 100,000 individuals, 32.5% lower than the national average. Additionally, University Place recorded 1025 property crimes, amounting to 2942 per 100,000 residents, 50.5% higher than the U.S. average.

Recently, vehicle thefts have seen an upward trend across the United States, and University Place ranks among the cities with the highest vehicle theft rates in the country. Last year, there were 263 vehicle thefts, amounting to 755 stolen vehicles per 100,000 residents. This places University Place within the worst 10% of all cities, indicating that 90% of cities fare better in terms of vehicle theft rates. The likelihood of your vehicle being stolen stands at 1 in 133.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in University Place?

What is the prevailing sentiment among University Place residents regarding the state of crime? A comprehensive survey conducted by AreaVibes, involving 12 respondents, sheds light on this matter. The results were as follows: 50% of University Place residents expressed a notable sense of security, asserting that crime was virtually non-existent in their community, and they felt at ease strolling the streets after dark. While, 50% of those surveyed held a contrasting viewpoint, perceiving a higher incidence of crime, leading them to feel apprehensive about walking alone at night.

Is University Place a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in University Place, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. University Place presents a total crime rate that is 37% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, University Place experiences an average of 3.05 daily crimes, comprising 0.24 violent incidents and 2.81 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.

Has Crime in University Place Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in University Place has increased by 30.8% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not University Place is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has increased by 31.8%, while property crime has increased by 30.7%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in University Place.

Potential Causes for Crime in University Place

University Place reports an unemployment rate of 2.9%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. Constrained employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-paying positions can contribute to elevated rates of unemployment and underemployment. Areas where individuals contend with joblessness or insufficient wages may display heightened susceptibility to an increase in criminal activities attributed to economic insecurity. Conversely, regions characterized by robust employment rates often witness a decrease in overall University Place crime rates.

High population density areas are often large urban centers with diverse economic opportunities. These areas can exacerbate income inequality, with pockets of poverty existing alongside affluence. Areas with economic disparities may experience higher property crimes and, in some cases, violent crimes. On the other hand, areas with low population density tend to see lower University Place crime rates. The population density in University Place is 4036.3 people per square mile, while the national average is 90.6 people per square mile.

In University Place, the cost of living is 24.61% higher than the national average. A high cost of living can induce economic stress for locals, especially those with limited financial resources. When people grapple with soaring housing expenses, utility bills, healthcare costs, and other essential necessities, they may be driven towards criminal activities, including theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Conversely, cities boasting a lower cost of living may mitigate economic pressures and potentially result in reduced crime rates.

University Place crime map

The University Place crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in University Place as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The University Place crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the University Place crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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Crime Quick Facts

University Place crime rates are 37% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in University Place are 32% lower than the national average
In University Place you have a 1 in 32 chance of becoming a victim of crime
University Place is safer than 31% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in University Place has increased by 29%

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Daily Crime In University Place (per 100,000 people)

The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in University Place, per 100,000 residents. In University Place, the total number of daily crimes is 1.17 times less than the Washington average and 1.37 times more than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in University Place are 1.50 times less than the Washington average and 1.48 times less than the national average. For property crime, University Place has a daily crime rate that is 1.14 times less than the Washington average and 1.51 times more than the daily national average.

How Safe is University Place (higher is better)

What are the odds that you'll be safer in University Place, Washington compared to other areas of Washington, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is University Place safe? In the graphs above, it shows that University Place is safer than 40% of Washington cities, and 31% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Washington, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than University Place. At this time, University Place sees a below average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in University Place

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in University Place is 1 in 401

The chance of being a victim of property crime in University Place is 1 in 34

The chance of being a victim of crime in University Place is 1 in 32

Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in University Place, Washington? If you reside in University Place, then there is a 1 in 401 chance that you will experience a violent crime. These types of crimes may include homicide, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. Your risk of being a victim of property crime is 1 in 34. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 32 risk that you will become a victim of crime in University Place.

Year Over Year Crime In University Place (per 100,000 people)

The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for University Place is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in University Place has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have increased by 30% in University Place, while property crimes in University Place have increased by 29%. Total crime has increased by 29% year over year.

University Place police department

Item	University Place	Washington	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	17	8,169	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	0.5	2.2	3.3

There are a total of 17 University Place police officers. This results in 0.5 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 75.4% less than the Washington average and 83.6% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Washington

State	Total offenders	Washington_/100K	National_/100K
Washington	6,688	107	266

There are a total of 6,688 sex offenders in Washington. This yields a total of 107 sex offenders in Washington per 100,000 residents which is 60% less than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Browns Point, WA	961	53	471	524
Canterwood, WA	3,070	72	639	711
Fox Island, WA	3,613	83	741	824
McMillin, WA	1,236	117	1,045	1,162
Grapeview, WA	703	124	1,106	1,230
Purdy, WA	1,531	128	1,142	1,270
Anderson Island, WA	1,571	128	1,143	1,271
University Place, WA	33,661	250	2,942	3,191

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Franklin Town, MA	33,644	88	456	544
Myrtle Beach, SC	33,638	1,013	6,698	7,710
DeLand, FL	33,620	383	1,801	2,184
Valparaiso, IN	33,707	107	833	939
Midvale, UT	33,708	280	2,194	2,474
University Place, WA	33,661	250	2,942	3,191

Source: The University Place, WA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.