Neighborhood Crime Report
Melody Gardens
Columbia, SC
C+
Crime Score
Higher than average crime
Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault
106
6% above avg
Robbery
151
51% above avg
Burglary
145
45% above avg
Larceny/Theft
125
25% above avg
Vehicle Theft
116
16% above avg
Demographics
$125,715
Average Home
$59,024
Average Income
42
Population
33.0
Average Age
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Melody Gardens Details
Melody Gardens, Columbia Crime Information
Columbia, SC neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics
C+
Melody Gardens
Columbia, SC
Crime Score: C+ – Higher than average crime
Updated yesterday at 10:18pm
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High
42
Population
$59,024
Median Income
$125,715
Median Home Value
33.0
Median Age
Crime Statistics
Assault
106
Robbery
151
Burglary
145
Larceny/Theft
125
Vehicle Theft
116
Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.
Housing & Real Estate
$125,715
Median Home Value
Housing Breakdown
Owner Occupied
35.1%
Renter Occupied
64.9%
Cost of Living
↓
23% lower than national average
🏠 Housing
-14%
🛒 Food & Groceries
-26%
🚗 Transportation
-20%
🏥 Healthcare
-32%
💡 Utilities
-4%
Demographics
Education Level
11.2%
High School+
23.8%
Bachelor's+
14.9%
Graduate
Population by Ethnicity
White
15.3%
Black/African American
73.1%
Hispanic/Latino
4.3%
Asian
4.0%
Weather & Climate
Winter (Jan)
56° / 34°F
Summer (Jul)
92° / 70°F
🌧️
47.6"
Annual Rain
❄️
2.0"
Annual Snow
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About Melody Gardens
Melody Gardens is a neighborhood located in Columbia, SC. With a crime score of C+, this area has higher than average crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.
The neighborhood has a population of approximately 42 residents with a median household income of $59,024.
Safety Tips
- Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
- Keep valuables out of sight in your vehicle
- Get to know your neighbors and join community watch programs
- Report suspicious activity to local authorities