Bellevue, NE Crime Map

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Bellevue, NE Crime

Is Bellevue, NE safe to live in?

Bellevue ranks as a Very Safe (A) city overall, with 100% of its 8 analyzed neighborhoods earning either an A or B grade. To put that in perspective, 87.5% of neighborhoods — 7 out of 8 — received an A grade, and not a single neighborhood scored below a B+. Fontenelle leads the city with a perfect A+ rating and a median household income of $97,617, while Southwest Bellevue and Northwest Bellevue both hold solid A grades with median incomes of $99,892 and $79,920 respectively. The only neighborhood outside the A tier is Central Bellevue, which still earns a respectable B+. By comparison, many U.S. cities of similar population have 30–50% of neighborhoods graded C or below — Bellevue has zero.

What is the crime rate in Bellevue, NE?

Bellevue's city-wide safety rating is Very Safe (A), and its overall crime grade is B+ when accounting for the full urban context. Across all 8 analyzed neighborhoods, the grade distribution breaks down as follows: 87.5% graded A (7 neighborhoods) and 12.5% graded B (1 neighborhood — Central Bellevue at B+). There are no C, D, or F-rated neighborhoods anywhere in the city. Relative to Nebraska and national benchmarks, Bellevue's low poverty rate of 9.1% and unemployment rate of 4.5% correlate strongly with its suppressed crime levels. Property crimes such as theft and vehicle break-ins represent the most common incident types citywide, while violent crime remains statistically rare across all neighborhoods.

What are the safest neighborhoods in Bellevue, NE?

Based on 2026 crime data, the five safest neighborhoods in Bellevue are:

1. Fontenelle — A+: The top-rated neighborhood in the city, with a population of 4,359 and a median income of $97,617. It consistently records the lowest crime activity of any area in Bellevue.
2. Southwest Bellevue — A: The largest neighborhood by population (26,049 residents) and also one of the wealthiest, with a median income of $99,892. Its size and strong safety grade make it a standout.
3. Northwest Bellevue — A: Home to 19,633 residents and a median income of $79,920, this neighborhood combines suburban density with a strong A-grade safety record.
4. Industrial Bellevue — A: Despite its name, this small neighborhood (616 residents, median income $76,678) earns a full A grade, reflecting very low incident rates.
5. Southeast Bellevue — A: With 2,539 residents and a median income of $58,057, Southeast Bellevue still achieves an A grade, demonstrating that safety in Bellevue extends across income levels.

Old Towne (A) and Bellevue Boulevard West (A-) are close runners-up, both maintaining top-tier safety grades.

Which areas of Bellevue have relatively higher crime?

Even Bellevue's highest-crime areas are objectively safe by national standards. Central Bellevue is the only neighborhood graded below an A, earning a B+ — still an above-average safety rating. With a population of 7,603 and a median income of $66,646, Central Bellevue sees slightly more activity than outlying neighborhoods, consistent with the pattern seen in most city centers. Bellevue Boulevard West (A-, population 8,227) and Old Towne (A, population 3,341) also appear on the relatively higher-crime list, though both remain firmly in A-tier territory. It's worth emphasizing: 0% of Bellevue neighborhoods are graded C, D, or F, meaning even the areas with comparatively more incidents are well within the safe range.

Is Bellevue, NE a good place to buy a home?

From a safety and economic standpoint, Bellevue presents a compelling case for homebuyers. The median home value is $165,708 — significantly below the national median — while the median household income sits at $70,647, creating a favorable price-to-income ratio. Median rent is $1,010/month, and the unemployment rate of 4.5% reflects a stable local labor market. Combine those figures with a city-wide crime grade of B+ and a neighborhood safety distribution where 100% of areas score A or B, and Bellevue stands out as a high-value, low-risk housing market. Neighborhoods like Southwest Bellevue (A grade, median income $99,892) and Northwest Bellevue (A grade, 19,633 residents) are particularly attractive for families prioritizing both affordability and safety.

How does Bellevue's safety compare to other Nebraska cities?

Bellevue's 87.5% A-grade neighborhood rate and zero neighborhoods graded C or below place it among Nebraska's safest mid-sized cities. Its population density of 1,168 residents per square mile is moderate — dense enough to support amenities but not so concentrated as to drive up crime pressure. The city's 9.1% poverty rate is below many comparable Nebraska municipalities, and research consistently links lower poverty rates to reduced property and violent crime. With a city-wide rating of Very Safe (A) and an overall crime grade of B+, Bellevue compares favorably not just within Nebraska but nationally for cities in the 60,000–70,000 population range.