Lynnwood crime drops in 2025, but aggravated assaults and sex offenses rise

Lynnwood reported a 94.4 crime rate per 1,000 residents in 2025, with overall violent crime down but aggravated assaults up 42.6% and sexual crimes rising significantly, according to Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs data. Larceny-theft and drug violations dropped notably, though calls for service increased 9.6% year-to-date in 2026. The neighboring city’s crime trends may offer context for regional safety patterns affecting South King County.