29512 Zip Code, Bennettsville

Crime Rate & Statistics

B-

Fairly safe — slightly below-average crime levels

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Bennettsville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 110 / 300 High

Violent Crime 114

14% above national avg

Property Crime 125

25% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 29512 a Safe Zip Code?

Mostly yes — this zip code is fairly safe. Zip code 29512 in Bennettsville, SC has a safety grade of B-. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Bennettsville.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 139, 39% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 87).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 139 (39% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 87 (13% below avg)

29512 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Bennettsville	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	110	+10%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	118	+18%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	87	-13%	N/A	Average
Rape	139	+39%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	110	+10%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	127	+27%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	137	+37%	N/A	Moderate

29512 Crime Map

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29512 Demographics & Context

Population

16,303

Median Income

$42,276

Home Value

$74,396

Median Age

Pop. Density

88/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.5%

Graduate Degree 4.8%

Housing

62%

38%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 32.5%

Black 59%

Hispanic 5.5%

Asian 0.4%

29512 Crime Map

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Bennettsville Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 29512, Bennettsville?

Zip code 29512 in Bennettsville, SC has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average. Zip code 29512 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Bennettsville.

Is Zip code 29512 a safe neighborhood in Bennettsville?

Zip code 29512 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Bennettsville, earning a crime grade of B-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 139), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 87). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Bennettsville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 29512?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 29512 is Rape, with a crime index of 139 (39% 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 29512?

Zip code 29512 has a population of approximately 16,303. The median household income is $42,276. The median home value is $74,396. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 29512 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 29512's overall crime rate is 10% above the national average (index 110 vs 100). Within Bennettsville, 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 April 2026.