Union, SC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Union Police Department serves the city of Union, SC in Union County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,836 violent crimes and 2,468 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 242.3 per 100k residents, which is 128.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 612.1 per 100k, 274.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 FAnnual Rate242.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,836 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate12.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents34 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate51.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents310 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate612.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,468 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate89.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents443 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate471.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,875 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate51.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents144 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 242.3 | F | 1836 | 106.2 | +128.1% |
| Property Crime | 612.1 | F | 2468 | 163.6 | +274.1% |
| Rape | 12.8 | F | 34 | 3.5 | +260.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 51.0 | F | 310 | 22.3 | +129.2% |
| Burglary | 89.3 | F | 443 | 24.0 | +271.5% |
| Larceny | 471.8 | F | 1875 | 116.4 | +305.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 51.0 | F | 144 | 22.2 | +130.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonesville | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 122.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 80.1% lower |
| Chester | 22 miles | F 272.1 | F 272.1 | Violent: 12.3% higher Property: 55.5% lower |
| Woodruff | 24 miles | D 154.3 | D 220.4 | Violent: 36.3% lower Property: 64.0% lower |
| Blacksburg | 25 miles | C 105.9 | D 211.8 | Violent: 56.3% lower Property: 65.4% lower |
| Gaffney | 25 miles | A 40.6 | B 138.0 | Violent: 83.2% lower Property: 77.5% lower |