Darlington, SC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Darlington Police Department serves the city of Darlington, SC in Darlington County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,665 violent crimes and 1,959 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 381.4 per 100k residents, which is 259.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 364.8 per 100k, 123.0% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. 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 Rate381.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,665 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate16.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents17 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate16.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents44 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate149.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents370 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate364.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,959 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate49.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents265 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate265.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,558 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate49.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents133 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 381.4 | F | 1665 | 106.2 | +259.1% |
| Property Crime | 364.8 | F | 1959 | 163.6 | +123.0% |
| Rape | 16.6 | F | 17 | 3.5 | +368.8% |
| Robbery | 16.6 | F | 44 | 5.8 | +185.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 149.3 | F | 370 | 22.3 | +570.6% |
| Burglary | 49.8 | F | 265 | 24.0 | +107.0% |
| Larceny | 265.3 | F | 1558 | 116.4 | +128.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 49.8 | F | 133 | 22.2 | +124.4% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartsville | 0 miles | F 566.4 | F 283.2 | Violent: 48.5% higher Property: 22.4% lower |
| Lamar | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Society Hill | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 234.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 35.7% lower |
| Florence | 14 miles | F 303.9 | F 311.4 | Violent: 20.3% lower Property: 14.6% lower |
| Quinby | 14 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |