Hobart, IN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Hobart Police Department serves the city of Hobart, IN in Lake County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,050 violent crimes and 3,629 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 109.1 per 100k residents, which is 2.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 156.8 per 100k, 4.1% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 4 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 CAnnual Rate109.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,050 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate6.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents98 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate156.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,629 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate6.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents183 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate133.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,205 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate17.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents232 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 109.1 | C | 2050 | 106.2 | +2.7% |
| Property Crime | 156.8 | C | 3629 | 163.6 | -4.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 6.8 | A | 98 | 22.3 | -69.4% |
| Burglary | 6.8 | A | 183 | 24.0 | -71.6% |
| Larceny | 133.0 | C | 3205 | 116.4 | +14.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 17.1 | B | 232 | 22.2 | -23.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Lake | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 36.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 76.6% lower |
| East Chicago | 0 miles | F 213.3 | C 162.9 | Violent: 95.5% higher Property: 3.9% higher |
| Whiting | 0 miles | F 177.4 | A 22.2 | Violent: 62.6% higher Property: 85.9% lower |
| Merrillville | 2 miles | B 94.1 | C 149.5 | Violent: 13.7% lower Property: 4.7% lower |
| Crown Point | 4 miles | A 20.1 | A 57.5 | Violent: 81.6% lower Property: 63.4% lower |