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51%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
58%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
50%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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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.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleBrier/100k peopleWashington/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime73n/a (estimate)1,1323,7322,324
Murder0n/a0.05.06.3
Rape0n/a0.039.240.0
Robbery0n/a0.086.866.1
Assault10n/a155.1244.7268.2
Violent crime10n/a (estimate)155376370
Burglary15n/a232.6563.0269.8
Theft30n/a465.32,154.01,401.9
Vehicle theft18n/a279.2639.3282.7
Property crime63n/a (estimate)9773,3561,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Brier, WA

The Brier crime rates are 51.3% lower than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 10 violent crimes in Brier (155 per 100,000 people), which is 58.1% lower than the national average and there were a total of 63 property crimes (977 per 100,000 residents) which is 50% lower than average.

In a remarkable testament to the city's commitment to safety, Brier reported a murder rate of 0. This could indicate that it is a very safe place to live, but also serves as an inspiration to other urban areas striving for safer communities. Examining the full crime report will provide a complete overview of all crimes - violent and property.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Brier?

What do the local residents think about crime in Brier? Well, based on a recent survey of 8 people (conducted by AreaVibes), 88% of Brier residents said that there was virtually no crime and that they felt safe walking at night. Another 13% of respondents said that there was too much crime in the area and they did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Brier a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Brier, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Brier presents a total crime rate that is 51% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Brier experiences an average of 0.2 daily crimes, comprising 0.03 violent incidents and 0.17 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 Brier Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Brier has increased by 62.2%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Brier, aiding residents in assessing whether it is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. These crime rates are categorized into two primary groups: violent and property crimes. Year-over-year, violent crime has increased by 100%, while property crime has increased by 57.5%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Brier is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Brier

If employment opportunities are limited or if many jobs offer low wages, it can lead to higher rates of unemployment and underemployment, which could lead to an increase in Brier crime rates. Areas where individuals struggle with unemployment or low wages, may be more susceptible to an increase in criminal activities as a result of financial insecurity. While lower rates of unemployment or a surplus of job opportunities could lead to a decrease in crime as their basic needs are being met. Brier has an unemployment rate of 2.4%, compared to a national average of 4.7%.

The educational level achieved in any given city can influence crime rates significantly. Greater educational achievement is frequently associated with decreased crime rates, as it offers individuals improved job prospects and alternatives to engaging in crime related activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment rates tend to coincide with elevated crime rates. In Brier, 93.2% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, in contrast to the national average where 83% have achieved high school graduation.

High rental costs can limit economic mobility, making it difficult for individuals to save money, invest in education, or access better job opportunities. This can perpetuate a cycle of poverty and increase the risk of involvement in criminal activities. In summary, high rental costs can create economic challenges, overcrowding, and neighborhood dynamics that may increase the likelihood of certain types of crime, particularly property crimes. In Brier, the average rental rates are $2,000 per month, compared to the national average of $949.

Brier crime map



The Brier crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Brier 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 Brier crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Brier 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

      • Brier crime rates are 51% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Brier are 58% lower than the national average
      • In Brier you have a 1 in 89 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Brier is safer than 64% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Brier has increased by 77%

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        Daily Crime In Brier (per 100,000 people)

        The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Brier, Washington is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Brier are 3.30 times less than the Washington average and 2.05 times less than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Brier are 2.42 times less than than Washington and 2.38 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Brier are 3.44 times less than than Washington and 2.00 times less than the national average.

        How Safe is Brier (higher is better)

        Compared to the other cities in Washington and all other cities across the US, is Brier safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Brier is safer than 82% of other cities in the state of Washington. In addition, Brier is safer than 64% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all Washington and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Brier. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Brier is above average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Brier

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Brier is 1 in 645
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Brier is 1 in 103
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Brier is 1 in 89
        Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Brier? If you reside in Brier, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 645. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 103 change that you will become a victim of a property crime. These sorts of crimes against personal property include: burglary, theft, and auto theft. In total, the likelihood of being victimized by a crime in Brier, is 1 in 89.

        Year Over Year Crime In Brier (per 100,000 people)

        A good indicator of whether Brier is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live can be determined by analyzing the year over year crime rate (per 100,000 people). The number of violent crimes in Brier has increased by 118%, while the property crime rate in Brier has increased by 72% year over year. The number of total crimes in Brier has increased by 77% year over year.

        Brier police department

        Item Brier Washington National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)78,169558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.12.23.3
        There are a total of 7 Brier police officers. This results in 1.1 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 48.1% less than the Washington average and 65.4% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Washington

        State Total offenders Washington /100K National /100K
        Washington6,688107266
        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
        Yarrow Point, WA1,35353471524
        Ames Lake, WA1,31753471524
        Duvall, WA7,97957558615
        High Bridge, WA3,06566586652
        Clyde Hill, WA3,36072639711
        Cathcart, WA2,27873655729
        Clearview, WA3,84782734816
        Brier, WA6,8991559771,132

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        Heathrow, FL6,89884509593
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        Clover Creek, WA6,8933262,9083,233
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        Brier, WA6,8991559771,132
        Source: The Brier, 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.