Barnwell, SC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Barnwell Police Department serves the city of Barnwell, SC in Barnwell County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 870 violent crimes and 988 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 263.2 per 100k residents, which is 147.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 592.2 per 100k, 262.0% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault 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 Rate263.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents870 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate21.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents11 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate43.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents269 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate592.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents988 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate109.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents212 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate350.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents703 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate131.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents69 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 263.2 | F | 870 | 106.2 | +147.8% |
| Property Crime | 592.2 | F | 988 | 163.6 | +262.0% |
| Robbery | 21.9 | F | 11 | 5.8 | +276.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 43.9 | F | 269 | 22.3 | +97.1% |
| Burglary | 109.7 | F | 212 | 24.0 | +356.4% |
| Larceny | 350.9 | F | 703 | 116.4 | +201.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 131.6 | F | 69 | 22.2 | +493.5% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Williston | 0 miles | F 212.2 | F 459.9 | Violent: 19.4% lower Property: 22.4% lower |
| Blackville | 11 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 51.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 91.3% lower |
| Denmark | 18 miles | C 98.5 | A 32.9 | Violent: 62.6% lower Property: 94.5% lower |
| Allendale | 20 miles | F 574.5 | F 574.5 | Violent: 118.3% higher Property: 3.0% lower |
| Fairfax | 20 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |