Waukesha, WI Crime


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Waukesha, Wisconsin has a relatively low rate of crime compared to the national average. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Waukesha is only 10.2, while the US average is 22.7. This includes crimes such as murder, assault, and robbery. In terms of property crime, Waukesha also falls below the national average with a rate of 25.8, compared to the US average of 35.4. Property crimes include theft, burglary, and vehicle theft. Despite the relatively low crime rates, it is important for residents of Waukesha to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.

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

Waukesha violent crime is 10.2. (The US average is 22.7)
Waukesha property crime is 25.8. (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
Waukesha, WI Crime History
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Reviews for Waukesha
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I lived in waukesha for 37 years. It's home, it's where I grew up but it's a bit of a dump. They're trying hard to make it nice but its just not that great of a place to  More

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Over 12 years ago

I lived in Waukesha in 2006 while on a contract position for a precast design company. I found Waukesha to be a very enjoyable place to live. It is a very place to live  More

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Over 16 years ago

Waukesha is a small city, 65K population, with the amenities of a larger town. Its access to library, daily shopping, mainline restaurant fare and outside activity is  More

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