Newberry, SC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Newberry Police Department serves the city of Newberry, SC in Newberry County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,139 violent crimes and 1,681 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 148.9 per 100k residents, which is 40.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 232.7 per 100k, 42.2% 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 Rate148.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,139 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate27.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents319 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate232.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,681 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate18.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents287 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate204.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,318 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate9.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents68 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 148.9 | D | 1139 | 106.2 | +40.2% |
| Property Crime | 232.7 | D | 1681 | 163.6 | +42.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 27.9 | D | 319 | 22.3 | +25.4% |
| Burglary | 18.6 | B | 287 | 24.0 | -22.6% |
| Larceny | 204.8 | F | 1318 | 116.4 | +75.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 9.3 | A | 68 | 22.2 | -58.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitmire | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 212.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 8.6% lower |
| Prosperity | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 166.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 28.6% lower |
| Ridge Spring | 20 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 172.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 25.9% lower |
| Saluda | 21 miles | C 99.1 | A 99.1 | Violent: 33.5% lower Property: 57.4% lower |
| Ninety Six | 24 miles | C 97.3 | A 97.3 | Violent: 34.7% lower Property: 58.2% lower |