Denmark, SC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Denmark Police Department serves the city of Denmark, SC in Bamberg County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 382 violent crimes and 476 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 98.5 per 100k residents, which is 7.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 32.9 per 100k, 79.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Property Crime had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate98.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents382 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate32.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents124 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate32.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents476 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate32.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents27 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 98.5 | C | 382 | 106.2 | -7.2% |
| Property Crime | 32.9 | A | 476 | 163.6 | -79.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 32.9 | D | 124 | 22.3 | +47.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 32.9 | D | 27 | 22.2 | +48.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackville | 8 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 51.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 56.0% higher |
| Bamberg | 10 miles | F 715.8 | F 681.7 | Violent: 626.3% higher Property: 1975.1% higher |
| Ehrhardt | 10 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 232.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 606.3% higher |
| Barnwell | 18 miles | F 263.2 | F 592.2 | Violent: 167.1% higher Property: 1702.9% higher |
| Williston | 18 miles | F 212.2 | F 459.9 | Violent: 115.4% higher Property: 1299.8% higher |