Edgefield, SC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Edgefield Police Department serves the city of Edgefield, SC in Edgefield County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 71 violent crimes and 117 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 121.6 per 100k residents, which is 14.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 121.6 per 100k, 25.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary 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 CAnnual Rate121.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents71 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate81.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents10 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate121.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents117 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate40.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents26 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate40.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents69 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate40.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents19 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 121.6 | C | 71 | 106.2 | +14.5% |
| Property Crime | 121.6 | B | 117 | 163.6 | -25.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 81.1 | F | 10 | 22.3 | +264.2% |
| Burglary | 40.5 | F | 26 | 24.0 | +68.7% |
| Larceny | 40.5 | A | 69 | 116.4 | -65.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 40.5 | F | 19 | 22.2 | +82.8% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Johnston | 10 miles | C 96.1 | A 96.1 | Violent: 21.0% lower Property: 21.0% lower |
| Saluda | 19 miles | C 99.1 | A 99.1 | Violent: 18.5% lower Property: 18.5% lower |
| Ridge Spring | 21 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 172.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 41.8% higher |
| Mccormick | 22 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 101.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 16.9% lower |