29168 Zip Code, Wedgefield

Crime Rate & Statistics

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Wedgefield

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 129 / 300 High

Violent Crime 118

18% above national avg

Property Crime 124

24% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 29168 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 29168 in Wedgefield, SC has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Wedgefield.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 173, 73% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 87).

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 173 (73% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 87 (13% below avg)

29168 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Wedgefield	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	128	+28%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	100	0%	N/A	Average
Robbery	125	+25%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	117	+17%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	173	+73%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	87	-13%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	111	+11%	N/A	Moderate

29168 Crime Map

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29168 Demographics & Context

Population

3,031

Median Income

$46,169

Home Value

$159,990

Median Age

Pop. Density

47/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.1%

Graduate Degree 3.3%

Housing

68%

32%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 38.4%

Black 56.6%

Hispanic 2.9%

Asian 0.9%

29168 Crime Map

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Wedgefield Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 29168, Wedgefield?

Zip code 29168 in Wedgefield, SC has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average. Zip code 29168 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Wedgefield.

Is Zip code 29168 a safe neighborhood in Wedgefield?

Zip code 29168 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Wedgefield, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 173), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 87). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Wedgefield.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 29168?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 29168 is Burglary, with a crime index of 173 (73% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 29168?

Zip code 29168 has a population of approximately 3,031. The median household income is $46,169. The median home value is $159,990. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 29168 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 29168's overall crime rate is 29% above the national average (index 129 vs 100). Within Wedgefield, 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.