29630 Zip Code, Central

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Central

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 124 / 300 High

Violent Crime 142

42% above national avg

Property Crime 135

35% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

Central zip codes

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Is 29630 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 29630 in Central, SC has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 124, which is 24% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Central.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 153, 53% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 127).

Highest Risk

Robbery · Index 153 (53% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 127 (27% above avg)

29630 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Central	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	129	+29%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	153	+53%	N/A	High
Rape	150	+50%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	141	+41%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	127	+27%	N/A	Moderate

29630 Crime Map

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29630 Demographics & Context

Population

17,634

Median Income

$51,774

Home Value

$239,270

Median Age

Pop. Density

277/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.4%

Graduate Degree 20%

Housing

46%

54%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 78.5%

Black 10.2%

Hispanic 4.3%

Asian 6.6%

29630 Crime Map

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Central Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 29630, Central?

Zip code 29630 in Central, SC has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 124, which is 24% above the national average. Zip code 29630 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Central.

Is Zip code 29630 a safe neighborhood in Central?

Zip code 29630 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Central, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 153), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 127). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Central.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 29630?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 29630 is Robbery, with a crime index of 153 (53% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 29630?

Zip code 29630 has a population of approximately 17,634. The median household income is $51,774. The median home value is $239,270. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 29630 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 29630's overall crime rate is 24% above the national average (index 124 vs 100). Within Central, 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.