West Columbia, SC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The West Columbia Police Department serves the city of West Columbia, SC in Lexington County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,421 violent crimes and 5,438 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 288.0 per 100k residents, which is 171.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 440.5 per 100k, 169.2% 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 Rate288.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,421 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate5.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents67 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate11.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents118 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate73.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents453 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate440.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,438 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate45.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents539 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate327.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,405 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate67.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents487 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 288.0 | F | 2421 | 106.2 | +171.2% |
| Property Crime | 440.5 | F | 5438 | 163.6 | +169.2% |
| Rape | 5.7 | D | 67 | 3.5 | +59.8% |
| Robbery | 11.3 | F | 118 | 5.8 | +94.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 73.4 | F | 453 | 22.3 | +229.9% |
| Burglary | 45.2 | F | 539 | 24.0 | +88.0% |
| Larceny | 327.6 | F | 4405 | 116.4 | +181.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 67.8 | F | 487 | 22.2 | +205.6% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington | 0 miles | A 35.8 | A 83.6 | Violent: 87.6% lower Property: 81.0% lower |
| Chapin | 0 miles | C 104.8 | A 104.8 | Violent: 63.6% lower Property: 76.2% lower |
| Pelion | 0 miles | F 321.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 11.5% higher Property: N/A |
| Swansea | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 917.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 108.3% higher |
| South Congaree | 9 miles | B 84.2 | D 210.4 | Violent: 70.8% lower Property: 52.2% lower |