Crime Safety Grade

B+

Bellevue, WA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 87% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 15+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Bellevue Safe?

With an overall crime index of 66, Bellevue has a 34% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 352. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Cougar Mountain / Lakemont earning an A+ grade while Downtown rates C-.

Crime Index Comparison

Bellevue
66
Washington Avg
111
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
66
34% below average
Violent Crime
71
29% below average
Property Crime
88
12% below average
Safe Areas
93%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Bellevue

1 in 352

Property crime: 1 in 284

Where Is It Safe in Bellevue?

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Bellevue Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 8% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 37% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 73 ▼ 27%
Assault Violent 73 ▼ 27%
Robbery Violent 67 ▼ 33%
Burglary Property 63 ▼ 37%
Larceny / Theft Property 108 ▲ 8%
Vehicle Theft Property 94 ▼ 6%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Bellevue Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Cougar Mountain / Lakemont A+ 22
2 Somerset A+ 12
3 West Lake Sammamish A 36
4 Northeast Bellevue A 29
5 Newport A 26
6 Eastgate A 55
7 Bel-Red A 74
8 Northwest Bellevue A 54
9 Woodridge A 69
10 Wilburton A- 63
11 West Bellevue A- 74
12 Lake Hills A- 77
13 Factoria B+ 106
14 Crossroads B 103
15 Downtown C- 189

Bellevue Crime by Zip Code

98006
A Index: 30
98008
A Index: 47
98004
A Index: 92
98005
A- Index: 68
98007
B+ Index: 87

Bellevue Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
146,145
Median Income
$129,497
Home Value
$887,945
Median Rent
$2,104
Home Ownership
53%

Racial Demographics

White
54.8%
Black
2.7%
Hispanic
7.2%
Asian
32.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Bellevue?
Bellevue has an overall crime index of 66, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 93% of neighborhoods in Bellevue are rated A or B for safety.
Is Bellevue safe to live in?
Bellevue has a crime safety grade of B+. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Bellevue?
The safest neighborhoods in Bellevue based on crime data include Cougar Mountain / Lakemont, Somerset, West Lake Sammamish, Northeast Bellevue, and Newport. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Bellevue crime compare to the national average?
Bellevue's overall crime index is 66 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 34% lower than the typical US city.

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