Clinton, SC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Clinton Police Department serves the city of Clinton, SC in Laurens County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,014 violent crimes and 1,689 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 452.3 per 100k residents, which is 325.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 279.3 per 100k, 70.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 FAnnual Rate452.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,014 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate13.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents32 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate93.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents316 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate279.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,689 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate53.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents280 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate199.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,283 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate13.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents113 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 452.3 | F | 2014 | 106.2 | +325.8% |
| Property Crime | 279.3 | F | 1689 | 163.6 | +70.7% |
| Robbery | 13.3 | F | 32 | 5.8 | +128.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 93.1 | F | 316 | 22.3 | +318.3% |
| Burglary | 53.2 | F | 280 | 24.0 | +121.4% |
| Larceny | 199.5 | F | 1283 | 116.4 | +71.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 13.3 | A | 113 | 22.2 | -40.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laurens | 1 miles | D 151.5 | F 303.1 | Violent: 66.5% lower Property: 8.5% higher |
| Woodruff | 18 miles | D 154.3 | D 220.4 | Violent: 65.9% lower Property: 21.1% lower |
| Ninety Six | 21 miles | C 97.3 | A 97.3 | Violent: 78.5% lower Property: 65.2% lower |
| Simpsonville | 23 miles | B 91.3 | F 266.9 | Violent: 79.8% lower Property: 4.5% lower |
| Greenwood | 24 miles | B 84.8 | F 374.9 | Violent: 81.2% lower Property: 34.2% higher |