Crime Safety Grade

A

Vashon, WA Crime Rate

Higher crime than 59% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Vashon Safe?

With an overall crime index of 118, Vashon has a 18% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 245. 100% of Vashon neighborhoods are rated A or B for safety, while 0% have high crime rates.

Crime Index Comparison

Vashon
118
Washington Avg
111
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
118
18% above average
Violent Crime
102
2% above average
Property Crime
46
54% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Vashon

1 in 245

Property crime: 1 in 543

Where Is It Safe in Vashon?

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Vashon Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 44% above avg
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 89% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 58 ▼ 42%
Assault Violent 144 ▲ 44%
Robbery Violent 104 ▲ 4%
Burglary Property 100 ▼ 0%
Larceny / Theft Property 27 ▼ 73%
Vehicle Theft Property 11 ▼ 89%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Vashon Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Chautauqua Beach A+ 83
2 Dockton A 128
3 Gold Beach A 129
4 Burton Acres A 135
5 Evergreen Place A 69
6 Vashon Heights A 165

Vashon Crime by Zip Code

98070
A Index: 131

Vashon Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
10,400
Median Income
$78,368
Home Value
$552,824
Median Rent
$1,188
Home Ownership
84%

Racial Demographics

White
88.7%
Black
1.2%
Hispanic
4.4%
Asian
2.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Vashon?
Vashon has an overall crime index of 118, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Vashon are rated A or B for safety.
Is Vashon safe to live in?
Vashon has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Vashon?
The safest neighborhoods in Vashon based on crime data include Chautauqua Beach, Dockton, Gold Beach, Burton Acres, and Evergreen Place. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Vashon crime compare to the national average?
Vashon's overall crime index is 118 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 18% higher than the typical US city.

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