Pearson Road Neighborhood, Rock Hill
Last updated: May 20, 2026
Crime Rate & Statistics
High crime area — significantly above-average crime rates
Summary: Pearson Road, Rock Hill Crime Rate (2026)
Pearson Road in Rock Hill, SC has a crime safety grade of D as of 2026. The overall crime index is 174, which is 74% above the national average.
Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 20, 2026.
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Is Pearson Road Safe?
No — this is a high-crime area. Pearson Road in Rock Hill, SC has a safety grade of D. The overall crime index is 174, which is 74% above the national average of 100.
Compared to the Rock Hill average (crime index 177), Pearson Road is 3% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.
Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 187, 87% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 71). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this neighborhood.
Pearson Road Crime Breakdown
Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Rock Hill city average. Higher values mean more crime.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
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Murder
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161 | +61% | High | |
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Assault
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166 | +66% | High | |
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Robbery
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114 | +14% | Moderate | |
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Rape
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187 | +87% | High | |
| Property Crime | ||||
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Burglary
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71 | -29% | Low | |
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Larceny / Theft
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89 | -11% | Average | |
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Vehicle Theft
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175 | +75% | High | |
How Pearson Road Compares
Crime index by category: Pearson Road vs Rock Hill average vs national average.
Crime by Category
Overall Crime Comparison
Pearson Road Crime Map
Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Pearson Road, Rock Hill?
Pearson Road in Rock Hill, SC has a crime safety grade of D as of 2026. The overall crime index is 174, which is 74% above the national average. Compared to the Rock Hill average, crime in Pearson Road is 3% lower.
Is Pearson Road a safe neighborhood in Rock Hill?
Pearson Road has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Rape (index: 187), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 71).
How does Pearson Road compare to the rest of Rock Hill?
Pearson Road's overall crime index is 174, compared to the Rock Hill average of 177. This means crime in Pearson Road is 3% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 157, and for property crime it is 112. 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 Pearson Road?
The most prevalent crime type in Pearson Road is Rape, with a crime index of 187 (87% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.
What are safer neighborhoods near Pearson Road?
Nearby neighborhoods include Riverwalk. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.
What are the demographics of Pearson Road?
Pearson Road has a population of approximately 4. The median household income is $36,341. The median home value is $175,660. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.
How does Pearson Road crime compare to the national average?
Pearson Road's overall crime rate is 74% above the national average (index 174 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 May 2026.