Greenville, SC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Greenville Police Department serves the city of Greenville, SC in Greenville County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 6,475 violent crimes and 13,841 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 161.7 per 100k residents, which is 52.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 312.5 per 100k, 91.0% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 DRape
Grade BRobbery
Grade AAggravated Assault
Grade FProperty Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FBurglary
Grade CLarceny
Grade FMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade CCrime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 161.7 | D | 6475 | 106.2 | +52.3% |
| Property Crime | 312.5 | F | 13841 | 163.6 | +91.0% |
| Rape | 2.7 | B | 155 | 3.5 | -22.5% |
| Robbery | 1.4 | A | 356 | 5.8 | -76.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 42.5 | F | 1708 | 22.3 | +90.9% |
| Burglary | 21.9 | C | 1518 | 24.0 | -8.7% |
| Larceny | 264.5 | F | 11025 | 116.4 | +127.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 24.7 | C | 1265 | 22.2 | +11.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mauldin | 3 miles | B 78.4 | C 174.6 | Violent: 51.5% lower Property: 44.1% lower |
| Travelers Rest | 3 miles | A 56.5 | D 226.0 | Violent: 65.1% lower Property: 27.7% lower |
| Simpsonville | 11 miles | B 91.3 | F 266.9 | Violent: 43.5% lower Property: 14.6% lower |
| West Pelzer | 15 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 100.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 67.9% lower |
| Lyman | 16 miles | A 30.0 | A 105.0 | Violent: 81.4% lower Property: 66.4% lower |