29702 Zip Code, Blacksburg

Last updated: October 19, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Blacksburg

Summary: 29702 (Blacksburg, SC) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 29702, Blacksburg, SC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 12% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 19, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 112 / 300 High
Violent Crime 118
18% above national avg
Property Crime 104
4% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 29702 a Safe Zip Code?

Mixed — the grade is relative, but crime is above the national average. Zip code 29702 in Blacksburg, SC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 112, which is 12% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Blacksburg.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 154, 54% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 67).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 154 (54% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 67 (33% below avg)

29702 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
113 +13% Moderate
Assault
103 +3% Moderate
Robbery
136 +36% Moderate
Rape
121 +21% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
154 +54% High
Larceny / Theft
91 -9% Average
Vehicle Theft
67 -33% Low

29702 Crime Map

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29702 Demographics & Context

Population
11,058
Median Income
$49,770
Home Value
$173,581
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
110/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7%
Graduate Degree 3.1%

Housing

67%
33%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.9%
Black 9.5%
Hispanic 2.4%
Asian 0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 29702, Blacksburg?

Zip code 29702 in Blacksburg, SC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 112, which is 12% above the national average. Zip code 29702 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Blacksburg.

Is Zip code 29702 a safe neighborhood in Blacksburg?

Zip code 29702 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 154), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 67). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Blacksburg.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 29702?

The most common crime type in Zip code 29702 is Burglary, with a crime index of 154 (54% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 29702?

Zip code 29702 has a population of approximately 11,058. The median household income is $49,770. The median home value is $173,581. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 29702 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 29702's overall crime rate is 12% above the national average (index 112 vs 100). Within Blacksburg, 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 October 2026.