Bluffton, SC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Bluffton Police Department serves the city of Bluffton, SC in Beaufort County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 981 violent crimes and 1,233 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 76.2 per 100k residents, which is 28.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 102.5 per 100k, 37.4% below 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 BAnnual Rate76.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents981 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate5.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents25 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate31.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents106 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate102.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,233 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate5.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents194 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate84.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents915 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate7.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents117 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 76.2 | B | 981 | 106.2 | -28.3% |
| Property Crime | 102.5 | A | 1233 | 163.6 | -37.4% |
| Rape | 5.3 | D | 25 | 3.5 | +48.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 31.5 | D | 106 | 22.3 | +41.7% |
| Burglary | 5.3 | A | 194 | 24.0 | -78.2% |
| Larceny | 84.1 | B | 915 | 116.4 | -27.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7.9 | A | 117 | 22.2 | -64.5% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaufort | 0 miles | F 290.1 | F 348.2 | Violent: 280.8% higher Property: 239.8% higher |
| Port Royal | 0 miles | A 30.8 | B 135.6 | Violent: 59.6% lower Property: 32.3% higher |
| Ridgeland | 20 miles | B 78.9 | B 131.5 | Violent: 3.6% higher Property: 28.3% higher |
| Edisto Beach | 23 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 192.5 | Violent: N/A Property: 87.9% higher |
| Walterboro | 33 miles | F 349.2 | F 624.9 | Violent: 358.3% higher Property: 509.8% higher |