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Hernando, FL has safety grade D, a population of about 8,977, an overall crime rate near 16,230 per 100k as of 2026. For real estate investors, safety is only half the picture: pair these crime statistics with rental demand and returns to judge whether Hernando, FL is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Hernando, FL for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.

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Crime Analysis & Safety Report - City Hernando, FL

Hernando, FL crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 75.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 72.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.

Safety Score

D

High Risk

Violent Crime Rate

75.00

per 1000 residents

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Property Crime Rate

72.00

per 1000 residents

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Total Crimes

1,457

reported incidents

Safety Analysis & Recommendations

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Overall Assessment

The area has very low safety standards with a D rating. Residents should be aware of their surroundings and take appropriate precautions.

Safety Recommendations

Given the higher rate of violent crimes (45.9% of total incidents), residents should prioritize personal safety measures, avoid walking alone at night, and stay informed about local safety alerts.

Trend Analysis

The high crime volume of 1,457 incidents indicates this is an active urban area. The most common crime type is property crime.

Comparison Insights

Crime rates in Hernando align with national averages, suggesting typical urban safety patterns.

Analysis generated on: 10/27/2026

Hernando, FL Crime Analysis

Okay, based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID "16000US1229425", we observe a total crime count of 1457 incidents. The most prevalent crime category is assault, accounting for 637 incidents, all classified as "Assault Offenses." Property crime is the second most frequent, with 647 incidents. Within property crime, "Larceny/Theft Offenses" are the most common (505 incidents), followed by "Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property" (76 incidents), "Motor Vehicle Theft" (28 incidents), "Burglary/Breaking & Entering" (29 incidents), and "Stolen Property Offenses" (9 incidents). Other notable crime categories include "others" (119 incidents), which encompasses a range of offenses. The most frequent subcategory within "others" is "Fraud Offenses" (79 incidents), followed by "Embezzlement" (24 incidents), "Counterfeiting/Forgery" (8 incidents), "Arson" (7 incidents), and "Bribery" (1 incident). Robbery accounts for 21 incidents, all classified as "Robbery." Sex offenses are relatively less frequent, with 22 incidents. These include "Sex Offenses" (15 incidents), "Sex Offenses, Non-forcible" (4 incidents), and "Kidnapping/Abduction" (3 incidents). Homicide is the least frequent category, with 11 incidents, classified as "Homicide Offenses" (10 incidents) and "Homicide Offenses" (1 incident). To provide a more comprehensive analysis, we need to correlate this data with demographic information for the area represented by GEOID "16000US1229425". This includes the city and state name, population, and median income. Once we have this information, we can calculate the crime rate per 100,000 population, which is a standardized measure for comparing crime levels across different areas. We can also estimate a safety score and grade based on the crime rates and types of offenses. Furthermore, we can calculate the violent crime rate (assault, homicide, robbery, and sex offenses) and the property crime rate. Without the city and state name, population, and median income, it's impossible to provide a complete picture of the area's safety. However, based on the crime data alone, we can identify the most pressing crime concerns and areas where law enforcement and community resources should be focused. For example, addressing larceny/theft and fraud offenses could significantly improve the overall safety perception.

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Safest Zip Codes
10
32258
#1
Duval County Area
55
Safety
4.5
Per 1K
4
Total Crimes

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32250
#2
Duval County Area
46
Safety
5.4
Per 1K
5
Total Crimes

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32141
#3
Volusia County Area
58
Safety
4.2
Per 1K
4
Total Crimes

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32224
#4
Duval County Area
47
Safety
5.3
Per 1K
5
Total Crimes

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High Crime Zip Codes
10
32403
#1
Bay County Area
0
Safety
71.5
Per 1K
72
Total Crimes
32692
#2
Dixie County Area
0
Safety
32.6
Per 1K
33
Total Crimes
33924
#3
Lee County Area
0
Safety
32.4
Per 1K
32
Total Crimes
33945
#4
Lee County Area
0
Safety
32.4
Per 1K
32
Total Crimes

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FAQ about crime in Hernando, FL

PulseReal currently grades Hernando, FL as D. The population used for these rates is 8,977. The overall crime rate on this page is about 16,230 per 100,000 residents.

Crime rates are normalized per 1,000 residents based on reported incidents in FBI UCR and local agency feeds. We split incidents into violent, property, and other categories so you can see where the risk concentrates.

The “Safest Zip Codes” section above ranks nearby zip codes by safety score, while the “High Crime Zip Codes” section highlights areas with elevated reported crime in Hernando, FL.

Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.

Combine this crime report with the market overview for Hernando, FL and the school report linked in the “Related analysis” section to assess both safety and investment fundamentals.

Data sources & further reading

PulseReal’s analysis is built on top of these public, authoritative datasets.

FBI Crime Data Explorer

Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.

US Census QuickFacts

Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.

Wikipedia

Encyclopedic overview of the city, history, and notable landmarks.

HUD Market Data

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BLS Local Area Statistics

Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

BJS National Crime Victimization Survey

Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.

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