Hartselle, AL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Hartselle Police Department serves the city of Hartselle, AL in Morgan County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 720 violent crimes and 957 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 120.7 per 100k residents, which is 13.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 158.8 per 100k, 2.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate120.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents720 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents14 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate158.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents957 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate19.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents113 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate120.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents757 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate19.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents85 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 120.7 | C | 720 | 106.2 | +13.6% |
| Property Crime | 158.8 | C | 957 | 163.6 | -2.9% |
| Rape | 6.3 | F | 14 | 3.5 | +79.6% |
| Burglary | 19.1 | B | 113 | 24.0 | -20.7% |
| Larceny | 120.7 | C | 757 | 116.4 | +3.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 19.1 | B | 85 | 22.2 | -14.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Decatur | 5 miles | D 167.2 | F 300.0 | Violent: 38.6% higher Property: 88.9% higher |
| Falkville | 5 miles | B 83.7 | F 334.7 | Violent: 30.7% lower Property: 110.8% higher |
| Somerville | 5 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 369.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 132.3% higher |
| Priceville | 7 miles | B 77.1 | A 25.7 | Violent: 36.1% lower Property: 83.8% lower |
| Trinity | 14 miles | B 78.2 | C 156.4 | Violent: 35.2% lower Property: 1.5% lower |