29812 Zip Code, Barnwell

Last updated: May 3, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Barnwell

Summary: 29812 (Barnwell, SC) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 29812 in Barnwell, SC has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Barnwell.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 3, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 114 / 300 High
Violent Crime 119
19% above national avg
Property Crime 122
22% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 29812 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 29812 in Barnwell, SC has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Barnwell.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 134, 34% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 110).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 134 (34% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 110 (10% above avg)

29812 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Barnwell city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
110 +10% Moderate
Assault
116 +16% Moderate
Robbery
116 +16% Moderate
Rape
134 +34% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
128 +28% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
122 +22% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
116 +16% Moderate

29812 Crime Map

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29812 Demographics & Context

Population
10,108
Median Income
$50,703
Home Value
$139,378
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
44/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.2%
Graduate Degree 3.6%

Housing

67%
33%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 52%
Black 42.9%
Hispanic 2.3%
Asian 1.2%
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Barnwell Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 29812, Barnwell?

Zip code 29812 in Barnwell, SC has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average. Zip code 29812 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Barnwell.

Is Zip code 29812 a safe neighborhood in Barnwell?

Zip code 29812 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Barnwell, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 134), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 110). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Barnwell.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 29812?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 29812 is Rape, with a crime index of 134 (34% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 29812?

Zip code 29812 has a population of approximately 10,108. The median household income is $50,703. The median home value is $139,378. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 29812 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 29812's overall crime rate is 14% above the national average (index 114 vs 100). Within Barnwell, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated May 2026.