Hastings, NE Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Hastings Police Department serves the city of Hastings, NE in Adams County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,250 violent crimes and 3,107 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 128.9 per 100k residents, which is 21.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 145.0 per 100k, 11.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 DAnnual Rate128.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,250 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate12.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents92 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate20.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents242 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate145.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,107 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate20.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents333 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate96.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,478 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate28.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents266 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 128.9 | D | 2250 | 106.2 | +21.4% |
| Property Crime | 145.0 | B | 3107 | 163.6 | -11.4% |
| Rape | 12.1 | F | 92 | 3.5 | +241.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 20.1 | C | 242 | 22.3 | -9.5% |
| Burglary | 20.1 | B | 333 | 24.0 | -16.2% |
| Larceny | 96.7 | B | 2478 | 116.4 | -16.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 28.2 | D | 266 | 22.2 | +27.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minden | 24 miles | A 32.3 | A 96.9 | Violent: 75.0% lower Property: 33.2% lower |
| Harvard | 24 miles | C 106.6 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 17.3% lower Property: N/A |
| Sutton | 24 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Grand Island | 24 miles | D 158.8 | A 91.8 | Violent: 23.2% higher Property: 36.7% lower |
| Superior | 34 miles | C 111.5 | A 55.7 | Violent: 13.5% lower Property: 61.6% lower |