Bear Place Village Neighborhood, Greenville
Crime Rate & Statistics
Moderate safety — crime is near or slightly above average
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Is Bear Place Village Safe?
Somewhat — crime here is near the national average. Bear Place Village in Greenville, SC has a safety grade of C+. The overall crime index is 171, which is 71% above the national average of 100.
Compared to the Greenville average (crime index 180), Bear Place Village is 9% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.
Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 163, 63% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 71).
Bear Place Village Crime Breakdown
Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Greenville city average. Higher values mean more crime.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
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| Violent Crime | ||||
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Murder
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163 | +63% | High | |
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Assault
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145 | +45% | Moderate | |
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Robbery
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124 | +24% | Moderate | |
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Rape
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71 | -29% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
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Burglary
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127 | +27% | Moderate | |
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Larceny / Theft
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147 | +47% | Moderate | |
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Vehicle Theft
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127 | +27% | Moderate | |
How Bear Place Village Compares
Crime index by category: Bear Place Village vs Greenville average vs national average.
Crime by Category
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Bear Place Village Crime Map
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Bear Place Village Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Bear Place Village, Greenville?
Bear Place Village in Greenville, SC has a crime safety grade of C+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 171, which is 71% above the national average. Compared to the Greenville average, crime in Bear Place Village is 9% lower.
Is Bear Place Village a safe neighborhood in Greenville?
Bear Place Village has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C+. Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Murder (index: 163), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 71).
How does Bear Place Village compare to the rest of Greenville?
Bear Place Village's overall crime index is 171, compared to the Greenville average of 180. This means crime in Bear Place Village is 9% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 126, and for property crime it is 134. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.
What type of crime is most common in Bear Place Village?
The most prevalent crime type in Bear Place Village is Murder, with a crime index of 163 (63% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.
What are safer neighborhoods near Bear Place Village?
Nearby neighborhoods include Pleasant Valley, Greater Sullivan, Sterling, Green Avenue. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.
What are the demographics of Bear Place Village?
Bear Place Village has a population of approximately 5. The median household income is $47,167. The median home value is $195,214. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.
How does Bear Place Village crime compare to the national average?
Bear Place Village's overall crime rate is 71% above the national average (index 171 vs 100). 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.