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Is West Linn, Oregon Safe?

Population 26,567 · Safer than 26% of US cities

Stable· 2023 FBI UCR data

In a community of 26,567, each crime incident has a bigger statistical impact. West Linn earns a C- with violent crime below the national average. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,465 per 100K.

West Linn Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricWest LinnOregon AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate229.5332.5363.8
Property Crime Rate2159.42078.01,832.3
Murder Rate4.0--5.7
Assault Rate142.0--268.2
Theft Rate1465.0--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate481.0--318.3

All rates per 100,000 residents. 2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report + Census Bureau population estimates.

Overall SafetyC-

238.9 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeB-

230/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeD+

2159/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for West Linn

Violent crime in West Linn is below the national average. The rate of 229.5 per 100K falls below the national 363.8.

Property crime is above the national average at 2159.4 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,465 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

West Linn Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder4
070% of avgAvg: 5.7
Assault142
053% of avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery32
051% of avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary325
01.2x national avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,465
01.0x national avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft481
01.5x national avgAvg: 318.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. Vertical marker = national average.

How West Linn Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

West Linn
229.5
State
332.5
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

West Linn
2159.4
State
2078.0
National
1832.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. National averages from 2023 FBI UCR data.

Frequently Asked Questions About West Linn Safety

Is West Linn safe?
Not especially. West Linn earns a C- with a crime rate of 238.9 per 1,000 residents, and violent crime runs below the national average. Standard precautions apply, especially at night.
What is the crime rate in West Linn?
238.9 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 229.5 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 2159.4 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is West Linn safe for tourists?
Exercise extra caution. West Linn's C- grade reflects real risk, particularly for property crime. Theft (1,465 per 100K) is the biggest concern for visitors. Stay in well-lit, busy areas at night.
What are the safest neighborhoods in West Linn?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in West Linn generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the West Linn police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in West Linn?
Crime rates have held steady in West Linn, without significant movement in either direction. The city maintains its C- grade.
How does West Linn compare to other cities in Oregon?
Below average for the state. West Linn ranks behind about 76% of Oregon cities on safety, with property crime being the bigger issue at 1.2x the national rate.
How safe is West Linn to live in?
Worth factoring into your decision. Violent crime is below the national average, which is encouraging. Rates have been stable.
How bad is crime in West Linn?
Bad. A C- grade and 238.9 per-thousand rate put West Linn below 74% of US cities. Violent crime at 230 per 100K is the core problem.
What is the violent crime rate in West Linn?
229.5 per 100,000, which is 37% below the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (142), robbery (32), and murder (4.0) per 100,000.

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2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national and state-level crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

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