Bitter Lake Safety Report
NEIGHBORHOOD • SEATTLE, WASummary
Bitter Lake has a moderate overall safety rating, with somewhat elevated crime compared to 94 similar areas. The area has a median home value of $544K (-27.4% vs area average), median household income of $75K (-42.6% vs area average), population density of 10,415 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 94.24% (+1.3% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for Bitter Lake
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, Bitter Lake in Seattle, WA receives a moderate overall safety rating. This means crime rates here are somewhat higher than what's typical for the city. This neighborhood was compared against 94 similar locations in the region. Each safety category below provides detailed crime statistics, temporal patterns, and comparative rankings to help you understand the specific safety profile of this neighborhood in Seattle, WA.
Walking Safety
This area has notably higher walking safety related crime rates than most neighborhoods in the region. This area ranks #78 out of 94 neighborhoods analyzed.
Stay alert when walking alone, particularly during late hours.
233
Total Incidents
19.4
Monthly Average
#78 / 94
Safety Rank
Use Caution
Safety Level
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in Bitter Lake show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the evening hours, with the highest concentration at 19:00 (21 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the morning, particularly around 7:00 when incident rates drop to 2. Understanding these hourly crime patterns in Seattle, WA can help residents and visitors make informed decisions about when to travel through the area.
Monthly Trend
Monthly crime data for Bitter Lake reveals seasonal patterns and trends. The month with the highest incident count was 2025-09 with 28 incidents, while 2025-06 saw the lowest activity at 11 incidents. On average, this neighborhood in Seattle experiences approximately 19 incidents per month. The data shows a increasing trend, with incident rates rising by approximately 22% over the analyzed period. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in WA neighborhoods like Bitter Lake tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in Bitter Lake is Assault | Simple Assault, accounting for 36.5% of all incidents (85 cases). This is followed by Aggravated Assault | Aggravated Assault at 27.5% (64 cases). The top three categories combined represent 77% of all crime in this area. Understanding the specific types of crimes that occur most frequently in Seattle, WA helps residents assess relevant safety concerns for their neighborhood.
Demographics & Housing
Population Density
10,415.35
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #34 of 94 neighborhoods
-6.4% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
94.2%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #42 of 94 neighborhoods
+1.3% vs area average
Median Home Value
$543,734.19
average estimate
Ranks #78 of 93 neighborhoods
-27.4% vs area average
Median Household Income
$75,173.02
average estimate
Ranks #88 of 94 neighborhoods
-42.6% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this neighborhood. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.