Crime Safety Grade

A

Bellevue, NE Crime Rate

Higher crime than 64% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Bellevue Safe?

With an overall crime index of 122, Bellevue has a 22% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 231. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Fontenelle earning an A+ grade while Central Bellevue rates B+.

Crime Index Comparison

Bellevue
122
Nebraska Avg
119
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
122
22% above average
Violent Crime
108
8% above average
Property Crime
124
24% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Bellevue

1 in 231

Property crime: 1 in 202

Where Is It Safe in Bellevue?

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Bellevue Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 33% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 10% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 119 ▲ 19%
Assault Violent 90 ▼ 10%
Robbery Violent 113 ▲ 13%
Burglary Property 124 ▲ 24%
Larceny / Theft Property 133 ▲ 33%
Vehicle Theft Property 116 ▲ 16%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Bellevue Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Fontenelle A+ 78
2 Southwest Bellevue A 48
3 Northwest Bellevue A 90
4 Industrial Bellevue A 152
5 Southeast Bellevue A 172
6 Old Towne A 173
7 Bellevue Boulevard West A- 94
8 Central Bellevue B+ 167

Bellevue Crime by Zip Code

68123
A Index: 56
68005
A Index: 131
68147
A- Index: 108

Bellevue Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
63,970
Median Income
$70,647
Home Value
$165,708
Median Rent
$1,010
Home Ownership
63%

Racial Demographics

White
77.6%
Black
7.4%
Hispanic
13.2%
Asian
3.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Bellevue?
Bellevue has an overall crime index of 122, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Bellevue are rated A or B for safety.
Is Bellevue safe to live in?
Bellevue has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Bellevue?
The safest neighborhoods in Bellevue based on crime data include Fontenelle, Southwest Bellevue, Northwest Bellevue, Industrial Bellevue, and Southeast Bellevue. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Bellevue crime compare to the national average?
Bellevue's overall crime index is 122 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 22% higher than the typical US city.

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