29009 Zip Code, Bethune

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Bethune

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 126 / 300 High

Violent Crime 130

30% above national avg

Property Crime 104

4% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 29009 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 29009 in Bethune, SC has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Bethune.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 160, 60% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 63). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 160 (60% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 63 (37% below avg)

29009 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Bethune	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	112	+12%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	132	+32%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	144	+44%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	132	+32%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	160	+60%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	63	-37%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	89	-11%	N/A	Average

29009 Crime Map

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29009 Demographics & Context

Population

3,260

Median Income

$46,381

Home Value

$187,086

Median Age

Pop. Density

28/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.7%

Graduate Degree 3%

Housing

84%

16%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 66.9%

Black 29.4%

Hispanic 2.4%

Asian 0.2%

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Bethune Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 29009, Bethune?

Zip code 29009 in Bethune, SC has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average. Zip code 29009 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Bethune.

Is Zip code 29009 a safe neighborhood in Bethune?

Zip code 29009 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Bethune, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 160), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 63). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Bethune.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 29009?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 29009 is Burglary, with a crime index of 160 (60% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 29009?

Zip code 29009 has a population of approximately 3,260. The median household income is $46,381. The median home value is $187,086. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 29009 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 29009's overall crime rate is 26% above the national average (index 126 vs 100). Within Bethune, 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.