29520 Zip Code, Cheraw

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Cheraw

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 123 / 300 High
Violent Crime 120
20% above national avg
Property Crime 131
31% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 29520 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 29520 in Cheraw, SC has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 123, which is 23% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Cheraw.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 138, 38% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 102).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 138 (38% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 102 (2% above avg)

29520 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
123 +23% Moderate
Assault
132 +32% Moderate
Robbery
102 +2% Moderate
Rape
121 +21% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
121 +21% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
138 +38% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
134 +34% Moderate

29520 Crime Map

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29520 Demographics & Context

Population
14,062
Median Income
$41,148
Home Value
$140,934
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
97/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.3%
Graduate Degree 5.1%

Housing

65%
35%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 45.4%
Black 49.3%
Hispanic 1.4%
Asian 0.9%
29520 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 29520, Cheraw?

Zip code 29520 in Cheraw, SC has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 123, which is 23% above the national average. Zip code 29520 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Cheraw.

Is Zip code 29520 a safe neighborhood in Cheraw?

Zip code 29520 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Cheraw, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 138), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 102). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Cheraw.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 29520?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 29520 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 138 (38% 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 29520?

Zip code 29520 has a population of approximately 14,062. The median household income is $41,148. The median home value is $140,934. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 29520 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 29520's overall crime rate is 23% above the national average (index 123 vs 100). Within Cheraw, 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.