Explore South Carolina’s property crime landscape with our detailed breakdown of burglary, larceny, and motor vehicle theft trends. Our team has analyzed the data to reveal patterns, hotspots, and insights that help residents understand risks and take proactive steps to protect their homes.
Burglary in South Carolina
South Carolina saw a significant 36% drop in burglaries, with incidents falling from 42,741 to 27,461 over the period we studied. Peak activity hit 47,351 break-ins before numbers began a steady downward trend, signaling real progress in curbing these offenses. Our analysis shows that burglaries still account for roughly 18% of all property crime in the Palmetto State. These trends highlight both the successes in prevention and the importance of staying vigilant to protect homes across the state.
Larceny in South Carolina
Accounting for roughly 72% of all property offenses, theft remains South Carolina’s most common crime, even as numbers show modest improvement. Over our study period, incidents declined 14%, falling from 126,489 to 108,953 cases. Peak activity reached 126,802 thefts, underscoring the scale of the challenge while highlighting gradual progress across the Palmetto State.
Car Theft in South Carolina
In South Carolina, motor vehicle theft accounts for about 10% of all property crimes, with coastal tourist areas consistently seeing higher rates. Over our study period, incidents decreased modestly by 9%, falling from 16,376 to 14,975 cases. Peak activity hit 17,670 thefts, underscoring periods of elevated risk across the Palmetto State.
