Lancaster, SC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lancaster Police Department serves the city of Lancaster, SC in Lancaster County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 559 violent crimes and 1,040 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 144.5 per 100k residents, which is 36.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 566.9 per 100k, 246.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 DAnnual Rate144.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents559 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate66.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents98 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate566.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,040 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate55.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents102 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate477.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents905 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate33.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents27 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 144.5 | D | 559 | 106.2 | +36.0% |
| Property Crime | 566.9 | F | 1040 | 163.6 | +246.5% |
| Homicide | 11.1 | F | 4 | 0.5 | +1985.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 66.7 | F | 98 | 22.3 | +199.6% |
| Burglary | 55.6 | F | 102 | 24.0 | +131.3% |
| Larceny | 477.9 | F | 905 | 116.4 | +310.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 33.3 | D | 27 | 22.2 | +50.4% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pageland | 19 miles | N/A N/A | F 360.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 36.4% lower |
| Rock Hill | 25 miles | D 149.3 | D 229.9 | Violent: 3.3% higher Property: 59.4% lower |
| Bethune | 25 miles | F 280.9 | F 280.9 | Violent: 94.4% higher Property: 50.4% lower |
| Elgin | 25 miles | C 124.8 | C 187.3 | Violent: 13.6% lower Property: 67.0% lower |
| Great Falls | 26 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 105.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 81.4% lower |