Ridge Spring, SC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Ridge Spring Police Department serves the city of Ridge Spring, SC in Saluda County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 0 violent crimes and 73 property crimes. Property crime averages 172.4 per 100k, 5.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Property Crime 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
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate172.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents73 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate172.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents45 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Property Crime | 172.4 | C | 73 | 163.6 | +5.4% |
| Larceny | 172.4 | D | 45 | 116.4 | +48.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saluda | 3 miles | C 99.1 | A 99.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 42.5% lower |
| Johnston | 13 miles | C 96.1 | A 96.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 44.3% lower |
| Newberry | 20 miles | D 148.9 | D 232.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 35.0% higher |
| Ninety Six | 21 miles | C 97.3 | A 97.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 43.6% lower |
| Edgefield | 21 miles | C 121.6 | B 121.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 29.5% lower |