Neighborhood Crime Report
Nelson Heights
Columbia, SC
B-
Crime Score
Average crime
Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault
132
32% above avg
Robbery
138
38% above avg
Burglary
187
87% above avg
Larceny/Theft
27
73% below avg
Vehicle Theft
94
6% below avg
Demographics
$266,444
Average Home
$45,470
Average Income
7
Population
45.0
Average Age
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Nelson Heights Details
Nelson Heights, Columbia Crime Information
Columbia, SC neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics
B-
Nelson Heights
Columbia, SC
Crime Score: B- – Average crime
Updated yesterday at 10:18pm
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7
Population
$45,470
Median Income
$266,444
Median Home Value
45.0
Median Age
Crime Statistics
Assault
132
Robbery
138
Burglary
187
Larceny/Theft
27
Vehicle Theft
94
Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.
Housing & Real Estate
$266,444
Median Home Value
Housing Breakdown
Owner Occupied
72.6%
Renter Occupied
27.4%
Cost of Living
↓
14% lower than national average
🏠 Housing
-9%
🛒 Food & Groceries
-17%
🚗 Transportation
-11%
🏥 Healthcare
-16%
💡 Utilities
avg
Demographics
Education Level
33.1%
High School+
9.4%
Bachelor's+
2.3%
Graduate
Population by Ethnicity
White
39.5%
Black/African American
54.7%
Hispanic/Latino
3.6%
Asian
0.0%
Weather & Climate
Winter (Jan)
56° / 32°F
Summer (Jul)
91° / 69°F
🌧️
47.6"
Annual Rain
❄️
2.0"
Annual Snow
Nearby Neighborhoods
About Nelson Heights
Nelson 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 7 residents with a median household income of $45,470.
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