The City of Federal Way has announced encouraging public safety results for the first half of 2026. According to preliminary crime data, overall crime has declined by 21% compared to the same period in 2025, continuing a positive trend of improving public safety throughout the city.
Several major crime categories saw significant reductions during the first six months of 2026, including:
- Murder: Down 43%
- Robbery: Down 21%
- Residential Burglary: Down 51%
- Commercial Burglary: Down 47%
- Motor Vehicle Theft: Down 54%
In addition, shots fired incidents have decreased by 22% compared to the first half of 2025.
These year-to-date improvements build on an encouraging multi year trend. Between 2023 and 2025, Federal Way experienced substantial reductions in several major crime categories:
- Motor Vehicle Theft: Decreased from 2,305 incidents in 2023 to 471 in 2025, approximately a 80% reduction.
- Robbery: Declined from 238 incidents to 70, a 71% reduction.
- Burglary: Fell from 622 incidents to 250, a 60% reduction.
- Aggravated Assault: Decreased from 343 incidents to 228, a 34% reduction.
While these statistics are encouraging, crime prevention remains a shared responsibility. The Ridge HOA encourages residents to continue taking simple precautions, such as locking vehicles and homes, reporting suspicious activity, and remaining aware of their surroundings.
The Ridge Board remains committed to supporting community safety through our partnership with F-Dub Security, neighborhood communication, and by providing residents with helpful safety resources. Visit our new Security Info. page on the website: https://theridge-hoa.com/security-information/
Together, we can continue making The Ridge a safe and welcoming place to call home.
The Ridge HOA 