Westminster, CO Crime


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The city of Westminster, CO has seen a decrease in violent crime in recent years, with a rate of 12.2 compared to the national average of 22.7. However, property crime remains a concern with a rate of 45.2, higher than the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. This high level of property crime can have a significant impact on the community, causing financial losses and a decrease in overall safety. Law enforcement agencies in Westminster work tirelessly to address these issues and keep the community safe, but it is important for residents to also take precautions to protect their property and help reduce crime rates. Despite these challenges, Westminster remains a vibrant and thriving city, with a strong sense of community and a commitment to keeping its residents safe.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Westminster violent crime is 12.2. (The US average is 22.7)
Westminster property crime is 45.2. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Westminster, CO Crime History
*Closest City
Year Violent Murder Rape Robbery Assault Property Burglary Larceny Auto
2004240.13.829.758.3148.35018661.93577.5778.6
2005299.41.923.567.8206.24810.26603251.1899.2
2006266.24.734.649.5177.54077.7609.92914.9552.9
2007207.7020.745.1141.93265.6426.82369.7469.1
2008265.91.941.258164.83308.7437.22454.8416.6
2009222.81.925.139156.93199.5446.62331.4421.5
2010213.10.931.444.3136.62998.6488.12209.8300.8
2011226.93.731.544.5147.32596.3367.71923.8304.7
2012259.51.826.546.6184.52585.4360.91960.5264
2013194.41.823.647.2121.72713.23472073.7292.5
20142313.635.758133.82897.4298.82316.7281.9
20152440.94450.2148.83329.9358.42499.4472.1
2016234.93.543.762125.73496.5329.22523.7643.6
2017238.83.559.139.9136.33185.3387.32161.4636.5
2018279.6740.470.3161.83225.5292.72326.1606.6
2019276.21.746.367.3160.93245.9328.72362.9554.2

   Crime in Nearby Cities
City Violent
per 100k
Property
per 100k
Pop. Miles Data
Year
Federal Heights, CO665.24,284.912,11422018
Northglenn, CO456.63,117.730,53342019
Broomfield, CO105.92,889.966,95352019
Arvada, CO217.52,977.699,70362019
Thornton, CO272.93,026.797,66062019
   Crime in Similar Size Cities
City Violent
per 100k
Property
per 100k
Pop. Miles Data
Year
Arvada, CO217.52,977.699,70362019
Thornton, CO272.93,026.797,66062019
Lakewood, CO644.14,858.5139,407132017
Boulder, CO256.23,026.2104,284152019
Centennial, CO180.91,753.899,385222018

   Visualize the relationship between violent and property crime in similar size cities.

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Over 14 years ago

Boulder is cool. I hate snow but the mild summers her are wonderful and there is lots to do outdoors for free. Bike friendly, Westminster itself ok, the people are  More

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Hi there- My husband and I are looking to move out of Los Angeles. We love the outdoors and we are big foodies. We are in our early 30's and looking for a place to raise  More

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