29053 Zip Code, Gaston

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Gaston

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 115 / 300 High
Violent Crime 101
1% above national avg
Property Crime 119
19% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 29053 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 29053 in Gaston, SC has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Gaston.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 164, 64% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 70).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 164 (64% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 70 (30% below avg)

29053 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
117 +17% Moderate
Assault
70 -30% Low
Robbery
114 +14% Moderate
Rape
101 +1% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
164 +64% High
Larceny / Theft
99 -1% Average
Vehicle Theft
94 -6% Average

29053 Crime Map

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29053 Demographics & Context

Population
21,368
Median Income
$55,936
Home Value
$99,225
Median Age
35
Pop. Density
237/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7%
Graduate Degree 2.7%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 68.7%
Black 21.8%
Hispanic 8.1%
Asian 0.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 29053, Gaston?

Zip code 29053 in Gaston, SC has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average. Zip code 29053 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Gaston.

Is Zip code 29053 a safe neighborhood in Gaston?

Zip code 29053 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Gaston, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 164), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 70). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Gaston.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 29053?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 29053 is Burglary, with a crime index of 164 (64% 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 29053?

Zip code 29053 has a population of approximately 21,368. The median household income is $55,936. The median home value is $99,225. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 29053 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 29053's overall crime rate is 15% above the national average (index 115 vs 100). Within Gaston, 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.