North Myrtle Beach, SC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The North Myrtle Beach Police Department serves the city of North Myrtle Beach, SC in Horry County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,839 violent crimes and 4,832 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 59.0 per 100k residents, which is 44.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 211.6 per 100k, 29.3% above the national average. The most common offense was Property 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 AAnnual Rate59.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,839 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate14.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents340 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate211.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents4,832 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate9.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents433 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate182.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,021 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate19.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents367 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 59.0 | A | 2839 | 106.2 | -44.4% |
| Property Crime | 211.6 | D | 4832 | 163.6 | +29.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 14.8 | B | 340 | 22.3 | -33.7% |
| Burglary | 9.8 | A | 433 | 24.0 | -59.0% |
| Larceny | 182.1 | D | 4021 | 116.4 | +56.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 19.7 | B | 367 | 22.2 | -11.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 7 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 4 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conway | 0 miles | F 189.0 | C 154.0 | Violent: 220.1% higher Property: 27.2% lower |
| Aynor | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 94.5 | Violent: N/A Property: 55.3% lower |
| Loris | 0 miles | F 219.9 | B 146.6 | Violent: 272.5% higher Property: 30.7% lower |
| Surfside Beach | 0 miles | B 92.1 | B 115.2 | Violent: 56.0% higher Property: 45.6% lower |
| Myrtle Beach | 16 miles | F 277.1 | F 443.3 | Violent: 369.2% higher Property: 109.5% higher |