Seattle neighborhood

Crime in Central District

Safety grade, crime map and the latest reported incidents for the Central District neighborhood of Seattle, WA.

1,774Reported incidents

17,286Residents

$67,702Median income

At a glance

Central District crime breakdown

Counts of reported incidents inside the neighborhood boundary.

254

Violent incidents

995

Property incidents

Theft

Most common offense

Map

Central District crime map

Reported crime density across and around Central District.

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Composition

Reported offenses in Central District

Theft325

Motor Vehicle Theft261

Burglary251

Vandalism195

Theft from Vehicle187

Assault175

Other81

Fraud77

Latest reports

Recent incidents in Central District

TheftApr 1, 2026
16XX BLOCK OF E MADISON ST, Seattle, WA
All Other Larceny
AssaultApr 1, 2026
23XX BLOCK OF E UNION ST, Seattle, WA
Aggravated Assault
AssaultApr 1, 2026
11XX BLOCK OF 16TH AVE, Seattle, WA
Simple Assault
TheftMar 30, 2026
12XX BLOCK OF E CHERRY ST, Seattle, WA
Theft From Building
Theft from VehicleMar 30, 2026
E CHERRY ST / 17TH AVE, Seattle, WA
Theft From Motor Vehicle
VandalismMar 30, 2026
16XX BLOCK OF 19TH AVE, Seattle, WA
Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property
Motor Vehicle TheftMar 30, 2026
22XX BLOCK OF E MADISON ST, Seattle, WA
Theft of Motor Vehicle Parts or Accessories
Motor Vehicle TheftMar 29, 2026
5XX BLOCK OF 16TH AVE, Seattle, WA
Theft of Motor Vehicle Parts or Accessories
AssaultMar 29, 2026
1XX BLOCK OF 13TH AVE, Seattle, WA
Simple Assault ; Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property
TheftMar 29, 2026
15XX BLOCK OF E YESLER WAY, Seattle, WA
All Other Larceny

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FAQ

Central District safety: common questions

Is Central District a safe neighborhood in Seattle?

Central District has a crime safety grade of C, making it a mid-range area of Seattle. Our analysis counted 1,774 reported incidents in Central District, including 254 violent and 995 property offenses.

What is the most common crime in Central District?

The most frequently reported offense in Central District is Theft.