Florence, SC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Florence Police Department serves the city of Florence, SC in Florence County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 7,439 violent crimes and 11,035 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 303.9 per 100k residents, which is 186.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 311.4 per 100k, 90.3% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 11 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 FAnnual Rate303.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents7,439 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate2.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents120 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate10.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents259 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate67.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents2,104 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate311.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents11,035 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate29.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,322 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate279.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents8,773 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 303.9 | F | 7439 | 106.2 | +186.2% |
| Property Crime | 311.4 | F | 11035 | 163.6 | +90.3% |
| Rape | 2.5 | B | 120 | 3.5 | -29.6% |
| Robbery | 10.0 | F | 259 | 5.8 | +71.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 67.3 | F | 2104 | 22.3 | +202.2% |
| Burglary | 29.9 | D | 1322 | 24.0 | +24.4% |
| Larceny | 279.0 | F | 8773 | 116.4 | +139.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 11 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 3 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 6 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quinby | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Lake City | 12 miles | F 318.0 | F 468.6 | Violent: 4.6% higher Property: 50.5% higher |
| Coward | 12 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Johnsonville | 12 miles | B 73.4 | A 73.4 | Violent: 75.8% lower Property: 76.4% lower |
| Olanta | 12 miles | F 185.9 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 38.8% lower Property: N/A |