Hammond, IN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Hammond Police Department serves the city of Hammond, IN in Lake County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 8,763 violent crimes and 12,754 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 171.1 per 100k residents, which is 61.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 329.0 per 100k, 101.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 43 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate171.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents8,763 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents145 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate9.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents512 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate40.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,692 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate329.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents12,754 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate14.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,244 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate267.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents10,071 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate47.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,370 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 171.1 | F | 8763 | 106.2 | +61.1% |
| Property Crime | 329.0 | F | 12754 | 163.6 | +101.1% |
| Rape | 1.3 | A | 145 | 3.5 | -62.7% |
| Robbery | 9.2 | D | 512 | 5.8 | +58.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 40.8 | F | 1692 | 22.3 | +83.3% |
| Burglary | 14.5 | A | 1244 | 24.0 | -39.7% |
| Larceny | 267.1 | F | 10071 | 116.4 | +129.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 47.4 | F | 1370 | 22.2 | +113.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 43 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Sikh | 1 |
| Anti-Asian | 3 |
| Anti-White | 11 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 3 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 7 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 9 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Munster | 4 miles | A 17.0 | B 140.1 | Violent: 90.1% lower Property: 57.4% lower |
| Highland | 6 miles | A 29.9 | B 145.0 | Violent: 82.6% lower Property: 55.9% lower |
| Griffith | 8 miles | C 111.3 | C 154.6 | Violent: 34.9% lower Property: 53.0% lower |
| Dyer | 8 miles | A 24.6 | A 24.6 | Violent: 85.6% lower Property: 92.5% lower |
| Gary | 9 miles | F 278.7 | F 281.6 | Violent: 62.9% higher Property: 14.4% lower |