29437 Zip Code, Dorchester

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Dorchester

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 164 / 300 High
Violent Crime 126
26% above national avg
Property Crime 83
17% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 29437 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 29437 in Dorchester, SC has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 164, which is 64% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Dorchester.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 155, 55% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 46). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 155 (55% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 46 (54% below avg)

29437 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
109 +9% Moderate
Assault
155 +55% High
Robbery
99 -1% Average
Rape
140 +40% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
141 +41% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
61 -39% Low
Vehicle Theft
46 -54% Low

29437 Crime Map

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29437 Demographics & Context

Population
3,251
Median Income
$45,683
Home Value
$214,110
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
36/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.2%
Graduate Degree 5.8%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 53.3%
Black 43.6%
Hispanic 2.3%
Asian 0.6%
29437 Crime Map
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Dorchester Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 29437, Dorchester?

Zip code 29437 in Dorchester, SC has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 164, which is 64% above the national average. Zip code 29437 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Dorchester.

Is Zip code 29437 a safe neighborhood in Dorchester?

Zip code 29437 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Dorchester, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Assault (index: 155), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 46). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Dorchester.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 29437?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 29437 is Assault, with a crime index of 155 (55% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 29437?

Zip code 29437 has a population of approximately 3,251. The median household income is $45,683. The median home value is $214,110. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 29437 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 29437's overall crime rate is 64% above the national average (index 164 vs 100). Within Dorchester, 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.