Elgin, SC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Elgin Police Department serves the city of Elgin, SC in Kershaw County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 162 violent crimes and 383 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 124.8 per 100k residents, which is 17.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 187.3 per 100k, 14.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary 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 CAnnual Rate124.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents162 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate187.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents383 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate62.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents21 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate124.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents356 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 124.8 | C | 162 | 106.2 | +17.5% |
| Property Crime | 187.3 | C | 383 | 163.6 | +14.5% |
| Burglary | 62.4 | F | 21 | 24.0 | +159.8% |
| Larceny | 124.8 | C | 356 | 116.4 | +7.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethune | 0 miles | F 280.9 | F 280.9 | Violent: 125.0% higher Property: 50.0% higher |
| Camden | 6 miles | F 296.7 | F 332.3 | Violent: 137.7% higher Property: 77.4% higher |
| Bishopville | 23 miles | C 104.5 | F 348.3 | Violent: 16.3% lower Property: 86.0% higher |
| Lancaster | 25 miles | D 144.5 | F 566.9 | Violent: 15.7% higher Property: 202.7% higher |
| Forest Acres | 31 miles | F 183.8 | D 241.8 | Violent: 47.2% higher Property: 29.1% higher |