I was randomly assaulted — pummeled in the head — near the stadiums by a drug addict driving a stolen car.
If you are visiting Seattle, this site can provide you with insights into being safer in Seattle. You can read more about me on the about page.
I charge a small fee for access to this site. Think of it as a minor travel expense for personal safety.
Among the topics on this site:
- Seattle Police response time — if they even respond.
- Vehicle theft — and what to expect.
- Random assults on people in the downtown and stadum area.
- Safely waiting for a light-rail train.
- Understanding the Seattle street system — vital if you need rapid emergency medical response.
- Drugs, drugs. drugs.
Here’s some other back ground about me.
I’ve been randomly assaulted by a drug addict driving a stolen car.
I’ve had two vehicles stolen.
I’ve had my vehicles broken into three times and cleaned out.
Here’s an overview compared to the rest of the United States.
Seattle has higher-than-average crime rates compared to many U.S. cities, particularly in property crimes. Its violent crime rate also exceeds national norms, driven largely by assaults and robberies.
Violent Crime
Seattle recorded 5,891 violent crimes in 2024, yielding a rate of 775 per 100,000 residents—above the national average of around 359 per 100,000.
Aggravated assaults lead at 3,810 incidents (about 501-548 per 100,000), surpassing the U.S. rate of 282.7, while robberies totaled 1,677.
Property Crime
Property crime is bad. with 38,061 incidents in 2024 for a rate of 5,008 per 100,000—184.5% higher than the national average. The city ranks third-worst among major U.S. cities, behind Memphis and Portland, with high burglary (8,756-8,810), theft (21,905-22,345), and motor vehicle theft (7,400-7,541). National comparisons show Seattle’s burglary at 1,152-1,201 per 100,000 versus 500 nationally.
Assault Comparison
Assaults in Seattle reach 501.3-548.5 per 100,000, double the U.S. average of 282.7, comprising the bulk of violent crimes.