29160 Zip Code, Swansea

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Swansea

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 140 / 300 High
Violent Crime 139
39% above national avg
Property Crime 115
15% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 29160 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 29160 in Swansea, SC has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 140, which is 40% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Swansea.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 158, 58% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 82). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 158 (58% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 82 (18% below avg)

29160 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
136 +36% Moderate
Assault
128 +28% Moderate
Robbery
138 +38% Moderate
Rape
153 +53% High
Property Crime
Burglary
158 +58% High
Larceny / Theft
82 -18% Average
Vehicle Theft
104 +4% Moderate

29160 Crime Map

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29160 Demographics & Context

Population
10,226
Median Income
$61,925
Home Value
$155,340
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
82/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.2%
Graduate Degree 3.8%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 67.1%
Black 26.8%
Hispanic 4.3%
Asian 0.5%
29160 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 29160, Swansea?

Zip code 29160 in Swansea, SC has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 140, which is 40% above the national average. Zip code 29160 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Swansea.

Is Zip code 29160 a safe neighborhood in Swansea?

Zip code 29160 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Swansea, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 158), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 82). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Swansea.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 29160?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 29160 is Burglary, with a crime index of 158 (58% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 29160?

Zip code 29160 has a population of approximately 10,226. The median household income is $61,925. The median home value is $155,340. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 29160 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 29160's overall crime rate is 40% above the national average (index 140 vs 100). Within Swansea, 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.