29440 Zip Code, Georgetown

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Georgetown

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 110 / 300 High
Violent Crime 124
24% above national avg
Property Crime 113
13% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 29440 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 29440 in Georgetown, SC has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Georgetown.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 144, 44% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 102).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 144 (44% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 102 (2% above avg)

29440 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
117 +17% Moderate
Assault
107 +7% Moderate
Robbery
128 +28% Moderate
Rape
144 +44% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
126 +26% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
102 +2% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
110 +10% Moderate

29440 Crime Map

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29440 Demographics & Context

Population
28,058
Median Income
$54,271
Home Value
$305,212
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
50/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.6%
Graduate Degree 7.2%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 47.7%
Black 46.5%
Hispanic 4.4%
Asian 0.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 29440, Georgetown?

Zip code 29440 in Georgetown, SC has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average. Zip code 29440 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Georgetown.

Is Zip code 29440 a safe neighborhood in Georgetown?

Zip code 29440 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Georgetown, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Rape (index: 144), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 102). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Georgetown.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 29440?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 29440 is Rape, with a crime index of 144 (44% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 29440?

Zip code 29440 has a population of approximately 28,058. The median household income is $54,271. The median home value is $305,212. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 29440 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 29440's overall crime rate is 10% above the national average (index 110 vs 100). Within Georgetown, 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.