Anderson, SC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Anderson Police Department serves the city of Anderson, SC in Anderson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,786 violent crimes and 8,514 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 210.5 per 100k residents, which is 98.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 501.3 per 100k, 206.4% 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 Rate210.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,786 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents90 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents73 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate30.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents802 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate501.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents8,514 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate20.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents840 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate427.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents6,928 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate43.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents683 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 210.5 | F | 3786 | 106.2 | +98.2% |
| Property Crime | 501.3 | F | 8514 | 163.6 | +206.4% |
| Rape | 6.7 | F | 90 | 3.5 | +88.9% |
| Robbery | 6.7 | C | 73 | 5.8 | +14.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 30.1 | D | 802 | 22.3 | +35.1% |
| Burglary | 20.1 | B | 840 | 24.0 | -16.6% |
| Larceny | 427.8 | F | 6928 | 116.4 | +267.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 43.4 | F | 683 | 22.2 | +95.9% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belton | 1 miles | D 133.5 | C 178.0 | Violent: 36.6% lower Property: 64.5% lower |
| Pendleton | 1 miles | A 55.0 | A 82.5 | Violent: 73.9% lower Property: 83.5% lower |
| Williamston | 1 miles | A 47.6 | A 95.3 | Violent: 77.4% lower Property: 81.0% lower |
| Iva | 1 miles | B 85.3 | F 682.6 | Violent: 59.5% lower Property: 36.2% higher |
| West Pelzer | 14 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 100.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 80.0% lower |