29016 Zip Code, Blythewood

Last updated: May 21, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Blythewood

Summary: 29016 (Blythewood, SC) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 29016 in Blythewood, SC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 59, which is 41% below the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Blythewood.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 21, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 59 / 300 High
Violent Crime 72
28% below national avg
Property Crime 53
47% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 29016 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 29016 in Blythewood, SC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 59, which is 41% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Blythewood.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 92, 8% below average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 38).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 92 (8% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 38 (62% below avg)

29016 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
55 -45% Low
Assault
52 -48% Low
Robbery
92 -8% Average
Rape
88 -12% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
82 -18% Average
Larceny / Theft
39 -61% Low
Vehicle Theft
38 -62% Low

29016 Crime Map

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29016 Demographics & Context

Population
18,274
Median Income
$103,168
Home Value
$333,450
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
215/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 26.1%
Graduate Degree 15.7%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 52.3%
Black 41.1%
Hispanic 4.2%
Asian 2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 29016, Blythewood?

Zip code 29016 in Blythewood, SC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 59, which is 41% below the national average. Zip code 29016 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Blythewood.

Is Zip code 29016 a safe neighborhood in Blythewood?

Zip code 29016 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Blythewood, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 92), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 38). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Blythewood.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 29016?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 29016 is Robbery, with a crime index of 92 (8% below the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 29016?

Zip code 29016 has a population of approximately 18,274. The median household income is $103,168. The median home value is $333,450. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 29016 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 29016's overall crime rate is 41% below the national average (index 59 vs 100). Within Blythewood, 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.