Forest Acres, SC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Forest Acres Police Department serves the city of Forest Acres, SC in Richland County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,405 violent crimes and 2,383 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 183.8 per 100k residents, which is 73.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 241.8 per 100k, 47.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary 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 FRobbery
Grade FAggravated Assault
Grade FProperty Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DBurglary
Grade ALarceny
Grade FMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade BCrime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 183.8 | F | 1405 | 106.2 | +73.1% |
| Property Crime | 241.8 | D | 2383 | 163.6 | +47.8% |
| Robbery | 29.0 | F | 36 | 5.8 | +398.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 77.4 | F | 169 | 22.3 | +247.7% |
| Burglary | 9.7 | A | 300 | 24.0 | -59.8% |
| Larceny | 212.8 | F | 1910 | 116.4 | +82.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 19.4 | B | 172 | 22.2 | -12.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springdale | 9 miles | F 221.5 | D 258.4 | Violent: 20.5% higher Property: 6.8% higher |
| Pine Ridge | 11 miles | F 174.0 | A 43.5 | Violent: 5.3% lower Property: 82.0% lower |
| South Congaree | 12 miles | B 84.2 | D 210.4 | Violent: 54.2% lower Property: 13.0% lower |
| Gaston | 16 miles | A 61.5 | F 369.2 | Violent: 66.5% lower Property: 52.7% higher |
| Lexington | 20 miles | A 35.8 | A 83.6 | Violent: 80.5% lower Property: 65.4% lower |