Hastings, MN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Hastings Police Department serves the city of Hastings, MN in Dakota County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 743 violent crimes and 1,723 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 18.6 per 100k residents, which is 82.5% below the national average. Property crime averages 153.6 per 100k, 6.1% 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 3 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 Rate18.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents743 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate4.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents112 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate153.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,723 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate14.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents206 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate121.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,382 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate18.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents125 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 18.6 | A | 743 | 106.2 | -82.5% |
| Property Crime | 153.6 | C | 1723 | 163.6 | -6.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 4.7 | A | 112 | 22.3 | -79.1% |
| Burglary | 14.0 | A | 206 | 24.0 | -41.9% |
| Larceny | 121.0 | C | 1382 | 116.4 | +4.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 18.6 | B | 125 | 22.2 | -16.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cottage Grove | 8 miles | A 11.9 | A 59.4 | Violent: 36.2% lower Property: 61.3% lower |
| St. Paul Park | 10 miles | D 167.6 | A 74.5 | Violent: 800.4% higher Property: 51.5% lower |
| Burnsville | 11 miles | A 45.6 | D 199.5 | Violent: 144.8% higher Property: 29.9% higher |
| Farmington | 11 miles | A 42.5 | A 8.5 | Violent: 128.3% higher Property: 94.5% lower |
| West St. Paul | 11 miles | C 111.4 | F 360.9 | Violent: 498.6% higher Property: 135.1% higher |