29142 Zip Code, Santee

Crime Rate & Statistics

B-

Fairly safe — slightly below-average crime levels

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Santee

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 137 / 300 High
Violent Crime 111
11% above national avg
Property Crime 83
17% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 29142 a Safe Zip Code?

Mostly yes — this zip code is fairly safe. Zip code 29142 in Santee, SC has a safety grade of B-. The overall crime index is 137, which is 37% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Santee.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 140, 40% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 28). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 140 (40% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 28 (72% below avg)

29142 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
107 +7% Moderate
Assault
140 +40% Moderate
Robbery
71 -29% Low
Rape
126 +26% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
137 +37% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
28 -72% Low
Vehicle Theft
85 -15% Average

29142 Crime Map

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29142 Demographics & Context

Population
4,145
Median Income
$45,044
Home Value
$226,615
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
63/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.4%
Graduate Degree 3.6%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 31.3%
Black 63.9%
Hispanic 1.6%
Asian 1.4%
29142 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 29142, Santee?

Zip code 29142 in Santee, SC has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 137, which is 37% above the national average. Zip code 29142 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Santee.

Is Zip code 29142 a safe neighborhood in Santee?

Zip code 29142 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Santee, earning a crime grade of B-. The highest concern is Assault (index: 140), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 28). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Santee.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 29142?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 29142 is Assault, with a crime index of 140 (40% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 29142?

Zip code 29142 has a population of approximately 4,145. The median household income is $45,044. The median home value is $226,615. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 29142 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 29142's overall crime rate is 37% above the national average (index 137 vs 100). Within Santee, 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.