Crystal, MN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Crystal Police Department serves the city of Crystal, MN in Hennepin County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 817 violent crimes and 2,568 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 36.7 per 100k residents, which is 65.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 174.4 per 100k, 6.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 AAnnual Rate36.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents817 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate18.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents187 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate174.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,568 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate13.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents227 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate142.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,025 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate18.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents306 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 36.7 | A | 817 | 106.2 | -65.4% |
| Property Crime | 174.4 | C | 2568 | 163.6 | +6.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 18.4 | B | 187 | 22.3 | -17.5% |
| Burglary | 13.8 | A | 227 | 24.0 | -42.7% |
| Larceny | 142.3 | D | 2025 | 116.4 | +22.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 18.4 | B | 306 | 22.2 | -17.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robbinsdale | 1 miles | A 28.5 | B 106.9 | Violent: 22.3% lower Property: 38.7% lower |
| New Hope | 1 miles | A 63.1 | B 145.5 | Violent: 71.8% higher Property: 16.5% lower |
| Golden Valley | 3 miles | A 4.7 | A 66.4 | Violent: 87.1% lower Property: 61.9% lower |
| Brooklyn Center | 4 miles | C 123.7 | C 184.0 | Violent: 237.0% higher Property: 5.5% higher |
| Brooklyn Park | 5 miles | D 147.7 | D 252.7 | Violent: 302.4% higher Property: 44.9% higher |