Mill Creek, WA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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16%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

53%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

29%

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}	Mill Creek_{/100k people}	Washington_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	563	n/a (estimate)	2,691	3,732	2,324
Murder	1	n/a	4.8	5.0	6.3
Rape	3	n/a	14.3	39.2	40.0
Robbery	9	n/a	43.0	86.8	66.1
Assault	23	n/a	109.9	244.7	268.2
Violent crime	36	n/a (estimate)	172	376	370
Burglary	95	n/a	454.0	563.0	269.8
Theft	373	n/a	1,782.6	2,154.0	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	59	n/a	282.0	639.3	282.7
Property crime	527	n/a (estimate)	2,519	3,356	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Mill Creek, WA

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Mill Creek is 15.8% higher than the national average. These crimes fall into two primary categories: violent and property. Violent crimes encompass murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes involve theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In Mill Creek, there were 36 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 172 per 100,000 individuals, 53.5% lower than the national average. Additionally, there were 527 property crimes, amounting to 2519 per 100,000 residents, 28.9% higher than the U.S. average.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Mill Creek?

AreaVibes surveyed 11 local residents in Mill Creek to gauge the safety of the area. Based on the results, 73% of people answered that there was very little crime in Mill Creek and that they felt very comfortable walking alone at night. Another 27% of people responded that there was far too much crime and they would be hesitant to walk the streets alone at night. Keep in mind that the opinions of residents may vary depending on which area they live in.

Is Mill Creek a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Mill Creek is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Mill Creek has a total crime rate that is 16% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 1.54 daily crimes (0.1 violent daily crimes and 1.44 daily property crimes) in Mill Creek.

Has Crime in Mill Creek Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Mill Creek has increased by 23.7% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Mill Creek 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 44%, while property crime has increased by 22.6%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Mill Creek.

Potential Causes for Crime in Mill Creek

Mill Creek has a poverty rate that stands at 4, in contrast to the national average of 15.1. Historically, a direct correlation has been observed between poverty rates and crime stats. Higher poverty rates have led to higher crime rates, while lower poverty rates have led to a reduction in Mill Creek crime rates. Income disparities and heightened poverty levels can serve as catalysts for elevated or reduced criminal activity, as individuals may or may not turn to illicit means to fulfill their basic needs. This could be one of many factors that may influence crime.

In areas where employment options are limited or where a significant proportion of jobs offer meager wages, the likelihood of heightened unemployment and homelessness increases. Regions facing challenges related to unemployment or inadequate income may become more vulnerable to a surge in crime stemming from economic instability. While low unemployment rates tend to lead to reduced crime in most areas. Mill Creek currently has an unemployment rate of 2.4%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. This could be one of many factors that could contribute to a higher or lower crime rate.

Highly populated regions typically encompass expansive urban hubs teeming with diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, giving rise to enclaves of poverty amid affluence. Communities marked by economic disparities may contend with heightened property crimes, and in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, regions characterized by low population density often exhibit lower Mill Creek crime rates. For instance, in Mill Creek, the population density stands at 4468.6 people per square mile, diverging from the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

Mill Creek crime map

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

Mill Creek crime rates are 16% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Mill Creek are 53% lower than the national average
In Mill Creek you have a 1 in 38 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Mill Creek is safer than 43% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Mill Creek has increased by 25%

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Daily Crime In Mill Creek (per 100,000 people)

The graph above illustrates the number of daily crimes in Mill Creek, WA per 100,000 people. In Mill Creek, the total number of daily crimes is 1.39 times less than the Washington average and 1.16 times more than the national average. The number of daily violent crimes in Mill Creek is 2.18 times less than the Washington average and 2.15 times less than the national average. With regards to property crimes, Mill Creek has a daily crime rate that is 1.33 times less than the Washington average and 1.29 times more than the national average.

How Safe is Mill Creek (higher is better)

When comparing the safety of Mill Creek to every other city in Washington, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Mill Creek safe? The gauges above illustrate that Mill Creek is safer than 55% of every city located within Washington along with 43% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Washington and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Mill Creek, WA is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Mill Creek

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Mill Creek is 1 in 582

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Mill Creek is 1 in 40

The chance of being a victim of crime in Mill Creek is 1 in 38

Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Mill Creek, Washington? If you reside in Mill Creek, then there is a 1 in 582 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 40. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 38 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Mill Creek.

Year Over Year Crime In Mill Creek (per 100,000 people)

The year over year change in crime per 100,000 people helps to understand whether crime in Mill Creek, WA is on the rise or declining. The violent crime rate in Mill Creek has increased by 45%, while the property crime rate in Mill Creek has increased by 23% year over year. Summing up the numbers, Mill Creek has increased by 25% with regards to total crimes year over year.

Mill Creek police department

Item	Mill Creek	Washington	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	29	8,169	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.6	2.2	3.3

There are a total of 29 Mill Creek police officers. This results in 1.6 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 28.3% less than the Washington average and 52.2% 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}
Lake Marcel-Stillwater, WA	1,346	53	471	524
Duvall, WA	7,979	57	558	615
High Bridge, WA	3,065	66	586	652
Cathcart, WA	2,278	73	655	729
Lake Roesiger, WA	930	75	672	747
Clearview, WA	3,847	82	734	816
Monroe North, WA	1,740	91	812	903
Mill Creek, WA	20,750	172	2,519	2,691

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
McNair, VA	20,776	130	943	1,074
North Salt Lake, UT	20,721	123	1,768	1,892
Mokena, IL	20,720	55	782	837
Lebanon, OH	20,781	149	1,406	1,555
Clifton, CO	20,783	763	4,882	5,645
Mill Creek, WA	20,750	172	2,519	2,691

Source: The Mill Creek, 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.