The city of Bellingham, WA, specifically in the 98226 zip code, has experienced a higher rate of crime compared to the national average. According to recent data, the violent crime rate in this area is 29.6, which is higher than the US average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. Additionally, property crime is also higher in this area at a rate of 43.8, compared to the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes like burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. As someone living in this community, it is important to be aware of these statistics and take necessary precautions to ensure personal safety and protect our belongings.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Bellingham (zip 98226) violent crime is 29.6. (The US average is 22.7)
Bellingham (zip 98226) property crime is 43.8. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Bellingham, Washington does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Ferndale, Washington. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Ferndale, Washington. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.