Rock Hill, SC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Rock Hill Police Department serves the city of Rock Hill, SC in York County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 7,948 violent crimes and 10,689 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 149.3 per 100k residents, which is 40.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 229.9 per 100k, 40.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 12 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 DAnnual Rate149.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents7,948 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate2.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents187 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate1.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents205 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate25.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,838 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate229.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents10,689 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate18.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,115 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate171.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents8,677 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate39.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents850 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 149.3 | D | 7948 | 106.2 | +40.6% |
| Property Crime | 229.9 | D | 10689 | 163.6 | +40.5% |
| Rape | 2.6 | B | 187 | 3.5 | -25.3% |
| Robbery | 1.3 | A | 205 | 5.8 | -77.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 25.1 | C | 1838 | 22.3 | +12.8% |
| Burglary | 18.5 | B | 1115 | 24.0 | -23.0% |
| Larceny | 171.8 | D | 8677 | 116.4 | +47.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 39.6 | F | 850 | 22.2 | +78.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 12 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 2 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Atheism/Agnosticism | 1 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Religions, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tega Cay | 8 miles | A 21.3 | A 35.5 | Violent: 85.7% lower Property: 84.6% lower |
| Clover | 9 miles | C 103.1 | A 77.3 | Violent: 31.0% lower Property: 66.4% lower |
| Fort Mill | 9 miles | A 23.3 | A 52.5 | Violent: 84.4% lower Property: 77.2% lower |
| York | 9 miles | F 287.5 | F 264.5 | Violent: 92.5% higher Property: 15.0% higher |
| Great Falls | 18 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 105.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 54.2% lower |