Greenwood, SC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Greenwood Police Department serves the city of Greenwood, SC in Greenwood County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,484 violent crimes and 5,396 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 84.8 per 100k residents, which is 20.1% below the national average. Property crime averages 374.9 per 100k, 129.2% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 BAnnual Rate84.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,484 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate8.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents116 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate8.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents128 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate26.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents921 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate374.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,396 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate84.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,057 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate272.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,114 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate13.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents182 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 84.8 | B | 3484 | 106.2 | -20.1% |
| Property Crime | 374.9 | F | 5396 | 163.6 | +129.2% |
| Rape | 8.9 | F | 116 | 3.5 | +152.5% |
| Robbery | 8.9 | D | 128 | 5.8 | +53.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 26.8 | D | 921 | 22.3 | +20.3% |
| Burglary | 84.8 | F | 1057 | 24.0 | +253.0% |
| Larceny | 272.3 | F | 4114 | 116.4 | +134.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 13.4 | A | 182 | 22.2 | -39.6% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ware Shoals | 0 miles | C 117.9 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 39.0% higher Property: N/A |
| Ninety Six | 6 miles | C 97.3 | A 97.3 | Violent: 14.7% higher Property: 74.1% lower |
| Abbeville | 14 miles | A 61.8 | D 247.0 | Violent: 27.2% lower Property: 34.1% lower |
| Calhoun Falls | 19 miles | C 115.8 | B 115.8 | Violent: 36.6% higher Property: 69.1% lower |
| Due West | 19 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |