Academy View Neighborhood, Greer
Crime Rate & Statistics
Elevated crime — noticeably above the national average
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Is Academy View Safe?
No — crime is noticeably above average here. Academy View in Greer, SC has a safety grade of D+. The overall crime index is 169, which is 69% above the national average of 100.
Compared to the Greer average (crime index 169), Academy View is 0% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.
Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 176, 76% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 157).
Academy View Crime Breakdown
Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Greer 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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165 | +65% | High | |
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Assault
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170 | +70% | High | |
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Robbery
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162 | +62% | High | |
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Rape
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173 | +73% | High | |
| Property Crime | ||||
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Burglary
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157 | +57% | High | |
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Larceny / Theft
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169 | +69% | High | |
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Vehicle Theft
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176 | +76% | High | |
How Academy View Compares
Crime index by category: Academy View vs Greer average vs national average.
Crime by Category
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Academy View Crime Map
Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.
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Academy View Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Academy View, Greer?
Academy View in Greer, SC has a crime safety grade of D+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 169, which is 69% above the national average. Compared to the Greer average, crime in Academy View is 0% lower.
Is Academy View a safe neighborhood in Greer?
Academy View has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D+. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 176), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 157).
How does Academy View compare to the rest of Greer?
Academy View's overall crime index is 169, compared to the Greer average of 169. This means crime in Academy View is 0% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 168, and for property crime it is 167. 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 Academy View?
The most prevalent crime type in Academy View is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 176 (76% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.
What are safer neighborhoods near Academy View?
Nearby neighborhoods include Dillworth Park. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.
What are the demographics of Academy View?
Academy View has a population of approximately 16. The median household income is $27,280. The median home value is $68,333. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.
How does Academy View crime compare to the national average?
Academy View's overall crime rate is 69% above the national average (index 169 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.