Shorewood, WI Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 94% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Shorewood Safe?
Yes — Shorewood is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Shorewood has a crime rate that is 50% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 371.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 371
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
29% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 40
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
37% higher than national average
Want to know the crime risk at your exact address?
Shorewood Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
92 | -8% | Average | |
|
Assault
|
66 | -34% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
111 | +11% | Average | |
|
Rape
|
16 | -84% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
65 | -35% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
141 | +41% | Moderate | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
111 | +11% | Average | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Shorewood Crime Map
Neighborhood-level crime heatmap. Click any area for details.
See the crime score for a specific address
Shorewood Demographics & Context
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Shorewood, WI?
Shorewood, WI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 50% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 371 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 40 chance for property crime. Shorewood has lower crime than 94% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Shorewood, WI safe to live in?
Shorewood is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Shorewood is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Shorewood?
The estimated violent crime rate in Shorewood is 269.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 29% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 371 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 4.6 per 100K (8% below average); aggravated assault at 176.9 per 100K (34% below average); robbery at 82.4 per 100K (11% above average).
What is the property crime rate in Shorewood?
The estimated property crime rate in Shorewood is 2,506.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 37% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 40 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 174.9 per 100K (35% below average); larceny/theft at 1,976.7 per 100K (41% above average); vehicle theft at 355.3 per 100K (11% above average).
How does Shorewood crime compare to the national average?
Shorewood's overall crime rate is 50% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (41% above average), while rape is 84% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Shorewood has lower crime than 94% of them.
Is Shorewood safe to visit?
Shorewood is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 37% above average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Shorewood crime compare to the rest of Wisconsin?
Wisconsin as a whole has crime that is 4% above the national average. Shorewood's crime rate is 50% below the national average, making it safer the typical Wisconsin city.
What type of crime is most common in Shorewood?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Shorewood, with an estimated rate of 1,976.7 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 41% above the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (2,507 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (269 per 100K) in Shorewood, which is consistent with national trends.