Irmo, SC Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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63%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

25%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

70%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Irmo_{/100k people}	South Carolina_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	451	n/a (estimate)	3,778	2,800	2,324
Murder	1	n/a	8.4	11.2	6.3
Rape	6	n/a	50.3	38.2	40.0
Robbery	8	n/a	67.0	40.6	66.1
Assault	40	n/a	335.1	401.3	268.2
Violent crime	55	n/a (estimate)	461	491	370
Burglary	59	n/a	494.3	352.7	269.8
Theft	317	n/a	2,655.6	1,706.3	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	20	n/a	167.5	249.2	282.7
Property crime	396	n/a (estimate)	3,317	2,308	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Irmo, SC

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Irmo is 62.6% higher than the national average. These crimes fall into two primary categories: violent and property. Violent crimes encompass murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes involve theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In Irmo, there were 55 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 461 per 100,000 individuals, 24.6% higher than the national average. Additionally, there were 396 property crimes, amounting to 3317 per 100,000 residents, 69.7% higher than the U.S. average.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Irmo?

AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of Irmo residents. Out of the respondents (27 in total), 44% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in Irmo were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 56% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.

Is Irmo a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Irmo is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Irmo has a total crime rate that is 63% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 1.24 daily crimes (0.15 violent daily crimes and 1.08 daily property crimes) in Irmo.

Has Crime in Irmo Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows us to analyze short-term trends in crime activity. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, we can identify patterns and shifts in Irmo crime rates. This information can be invaluable for residents looking to make informed decisions on where to live. When comparing the most recent year to the previous year, total crime in Irmo has increased by 6.9% year over year. Violent crime has increased by 48.7% and property crime has increased by 2.9%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Irmo

Irmo has a poverty rate that stands at 7.4, in contrast to the national average of 15.1. Historically, a direct correlation has been observed between poverty rates and crime stats. Higher poverty rates have led to higher crime rates, while lower poverty rates have led to a reduction in Irmo crime rates. Income disparities and heightened poverty levels can serve as catalysts for elevated or reduced criminal activity, as individuals may or may not turn to illicit means to fulfill their basic needs. This could be one of many factors that may influence crime.

In Irmo, 92% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of any city can exert a significant influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of educational attainment are associated with reduced crime rates, as they furnish individuals with improved employment prospects and viable alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, communities characterized by lower educational achievement often grapple with higher crime rates, as limited opportunities may drive individuals towards criminal behavior.

High rental costs can limit economic mobility, making it difficult for individuals to save money, invest in education, or access better job opportunities. This can perpetuate a cycle of poverty and increase the risk of involvement in criminal activities. In summary, high rental costs can create economic challenges, overcrowding, and neighborhood dynamics that may increase the likelihood of certain types of crime, particularly property crimes. In Irmo, the average rental rates are $1,214 per month, compared to the national average of $949.

Irmo crime map

The Irmo crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Irmo as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Irmo crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Irmo crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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Crime Quick Facts

Irmo crime rates are 63% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Irmo are 25% higher than the national average
In Irmo you have a 1 in 27 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Irmo is safer than 15% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Irmo has increased by 16%

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Daily Crime In Irmo (per 100,000 people)

The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Irmo, SC per 100,000 people. In Irmo, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 1.35 times more than the South Carolina average and 1.63 times more than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Irmo is 1.07 times less than the South Carolina average and 1.25 times more than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Irmo has a daily crime rate that is 1.44 times more than the South Carolina average and 1.70 times more than the overall daily national average.

How Safe is Irmo (higher is better)

When comparing the safety of Irmo to every other city in South Carolina, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Irmo safe? The gauges above illustrate that Irmo is safer than 49% of every city located within South Carolina along with 15% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in South Carolina and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Irmo, SC is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Irmo

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Irmo is 1 in 218

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Irmo is 1 in 31

The chance of being a victim of crime in Irmo is 1 in 27

Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Irmo, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 218. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 31 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in Irmo is 1 in 27.

Year Over Year Crime In Irmo (per 100,000 people)

The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Irmo is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Irmo has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have increased by 61% in Irmo, while property crimes in Irmo have increased by 11%. Total crime has increased by 15% year over year.

Irmo police department

Item	Irmo	South Carolina	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	27	5,812	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.4	5.1	3.3

There are a total of 27 Irmo police officers. This results in 2.4 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 53.2% less than the South Carolina average and 27.1% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in South Carolina

State	Total offenders	South Carolina_/100K	National_/100K
South Carolina	15,193	377	266

There are a total of 15,193 sex offenders in South Carolina. This yields a total of 377 sex offenders in South Carolina per 100,000 residents which is 42% greater than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Blythewood, SC	3,646	77	362	439
Pine Ridge, SC	2,771	44	706	750
Lake Murray of Richland, SC	6,672	160	751	910
Arcadia Lakes, SC	756	198	932	1,131
Little Mountain, SC	340	217	1,022	1,239
Springdale CDP, SC	2,355	282	1,325	1,607
Lexington, SC	21,847	241	1,644	1,885
Irmo, SC	12,397	461	3,317	3,778

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Markham, IL	12,401	402	2,357	2,759
Patchogue, NY	12,389	405	1,625	2,030
New Kensington, PA	12,378	349	1,845	2,194
Blue Ash, OH	12,417	105	2,073	2,178
Derby, CT	12,420	359	3,047	3,406
Irmo, SC	12,397	461	3,317	3,778

Source: The Irmo, SC crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.