Neighborhood Crime Report
Melrose Heights
Columbia, SC
B+
Crime Score
Average crime
Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault
162
62% above avg
Robbery
130
30% above avg
Burglary
133
33% above avg
Larceny/Theft
5
95% below avg
Vehicle Theft
146
46% above avg
Demographics
$354,509
Average Home
$73,474
Average Income
1,561
Population
34.0
Average Age
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Melrose Heights Details
Melrose Heights, Columbia Crime Information
Columbia, SC neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics
B+
Melrose Heights
Columbia, SC
Crime Score: B+ – Average crime
Updated today at 5:13pm
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1,561
Population
$73,474
Median Income
$354,509
Median Home Value
34.0
Median Age
Crime Statistics
Assault
162
Robbery
130
Burglary
133
Larceny/Theft
5
Vehicle Theft
146
Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.
Housing & Real Estate
$354,509
Median Home Value
Housing Breakdown
Owner Occupied
54.2%
Renter Occupied
45.8%
Cost of Living
↑
28% higher than national average
🏠 Housing
+29%
🛒 Food & Groceries
+22%
🚗 Transportation
+26%
🏥 Healthcare
+14%
💡 Utilities
+25%
Demographics
Education Level
17.3%
High School+
38.6%
Bachelor's+
19.0%
Graduate
Population by Ethnicity
White
73.6%
Black/African American
23.0%
Hispanic/Latino
1.8%
Asian
1.4%
Weather & Climate
Winter (Jan)
56° / 34°F
Summer (Jul)
92° / 70°F
🌧️
47.8"
Annual Rain
❄️
2.0"
Annual Snow
Nearby Neighborhoods
About Melrose Heights
Melrose Heights is a neighborhood located in Columbia, SC. With a crime score of B+, this area has average crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.
The neighborhood has a population of approximately 1,561 residents with a median household income of $73,474.
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