29530 Zip Code, Coward

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Coward

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 96 / 300 High
Violent Crime 124
24% above national avg
Property Crime 129
29% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 29530 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 29530 in Coward, SC has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 96, which is 4% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Coward.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 174, 74% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 104).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 174 (74% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 104 (4% above avg)

29530 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
110 +10% Moderate
Assault
109 +9% Moderate
Robbery
147 +47% Moderate
Rape
128 +28% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
174 +74% High
Larceny / Theft
110 +10% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
104 +4% Moderate

29530 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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29530 Demographics & Context

Population
3,051
Median Income
$52,994
Home Value
$108,646
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
74/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4.4%
Graduate Degree 1.4%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 69.3%
Black 19.5%
Hispanic 8.2%
Asian 0.1%
29530 Crime Map
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Coward Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 29530, Coward?

Zip code 29530 in Coward, SC has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 96, which is 4% below the national average. Zip code 29530 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Coward.

Is Zip code 29530 a safe neighborhood in Coward?

Zip code 29530 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Coward, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 174), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 104). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Coward.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 29530?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 29530 is Burglary, with a crime index of 174 (74% 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 29530?

Zip code 29530 has a population of approximately 3,051. The median household income is $52,994. The median home value is $108,646. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 29530 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 29530's overall crime rate is 4% below the national average (index 96 vs 100). Within Coward, 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.