Crime Safety Grade

B+

Goose Creek, SC Crime Rate

Lower crime than 98% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Goose Creek Safe?

With an overall crime index of 27, Goose Creek has a 73% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 735. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Devon Forest earning an A+ grade while Devon Forest rates A+.

Crime Index Comparison

Goose Creek
27
South Carolina Avg
116
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
27
73% below average
Violent Crime
34
66% below average
Property Crime
64
36% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Goose Creek

1 in 735

Property crime: 1 in 391

Where Is It Safe in Goose Creek?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Devon Forest
A+
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Goose Creek Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 12% below avg
Lowest Risk
Murder · 100% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 0 ▼ 100%
Assault Violent 14 ▼ 86%
Robbery Violent 88 ▼ 12%
Burglary Property 51 ▼ 49%
Larceny / Theft Property 60 ▼ 40%
Vehicle Theft Property 82 ▼ 18%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Goose Creek Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Devon Forest A+ 27

Goose Creek Crime by Zip Code

29445
A Index: 66

Goose Creek Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
42,944
Median Income
$74,730
Home Value
$199,397
Median Rent
$1,353
Home Ownership
71%

Racial Demographics

White
62.5%
Black
23.3%
Hispanic
8.9%
Asian
4.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Goose Creek?
Goose Creek has an overall crime index of 27, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Goose Creek are rated A or B for safety.
Is Goose Creek safe to live in?
Goose Creek has a crime safety grade of B+. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Goose Creek?
The safest neighborhoods in Goose Creek based on crime data include Devon Forest. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Goose Creek crime compare to the national average?
Goose Creek's overall crime index is 27 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 73% lower than the typical US city.

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