29709 Zip Code, Chesterfield

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Chesterfield

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 124 / 300 High
Violent Crime 121
21% above national avg
Property Crime 89
11% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 29709 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 29709 in Chesterfield, 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 Chesterfield.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 138, 38% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 64). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 138 (38% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 64 (36% below avg)

29709 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
126 +26% Moderate
Assault
111 +11% Moderate
Robbery
129 +29% Moderate
Rape
118 +18% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
138 +38% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
64 -36% Low
Vehicle Theft
65 -35% Low

29709 Crime Map

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29709 Demographics & Context

Population
6,231
Median Income
$47,082
Home Value
$157,451
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
61/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.9%
Graduate Degree 7.7%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 65.3%
Black 31.3%
Hispanic 1.3%
Asian 0.4%
29709 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 29709, Chesterfield?

Zip code 29709 in Chesterfield, 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 29709 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Chesterfield.

Is Zip code 29709 a safe neighborhood in Chesterfield?

Zip code 29709 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Chesterfield, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 138), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 64). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Chesterfield.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 29709?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 29709 is Burglary, with a crime index of 138 (38% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 29709?

Zip code 29709 has a population of approximately 6,231. The median household income is $47,082. The median home value is $157,451. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 29709 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 29709's overall crime rate is 24% above the national average (index 124 vs 100). Within Chesterfield, 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.