Lexington, SC Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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19%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

35%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

16%

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}	Lexington_{/100k people}	South Carolina_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	469	n/a (estimate)	1,885	2,800	2,324
Murder	3	n/a	12.1	11.2	6.3
Rape	6	n/a	24.1	38.2	40.0
Robbery	3	n/a	12.1	40.6	66.1
Assault	48	n/a	192.9	401.3	268.2
Violent crime	60	n/a (estimate)	241	491	370
Burglary	34	n/a	136.7	352.7	269.8
Theft	351	n/a	1,410.8	1,706.3	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	24	n/a	96.5	249.2	282.7
Property crime	409	n/a (estimate)	1,644	2,308	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Lexington, SC

The Lexington crime rates are 18.9% lower than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 60 violent crimes in Lexington (241 per 100,000 people), which is 34.8% lower than the national average and there were a total of 409 property crimes (1644 per 100,000 residents) which is 15.9% lower than average.

Despite a steady decline in murder rates in the United States since 1990, recent years have witnessed an unfortunate uptick. Lexington stands out with one of the nation's highest murder rates, surpassing other cities that reported crime. In Lexington, there were a total of 3 murders, translating to 12 murders per 100,000 people, underscoring the pressing need for continued efforts to address and reduce severe violent crime in the area.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Lexington?

AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of Lexington residents. Out of the respondents (41 in total), 73% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in Lexington were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 27% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.

Is Lexington a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Lexington, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Lexington presents a total crime rate that is 19% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Lexington experiences an average of 1.28 daily crimes, comprising 0.16 violent incidents and 1.12 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.

Has Crime in Lexington Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Lexington has decreased by 24.8% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Lexington is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has decreased by 6.3%, while property crime has decreased by 27%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Lexington.

Potential Causes for Crime in Lexington

In Lexington, the poverty rate currently stands at 8.8%, which contrasts with the national average of 15.1%. It's essential to recognize that the economic status of a city's inhabitants could be a pivotal factor influencing crime stats. Communities grappling with high poverty rates and income inequality are often susceptible to elevated crime levels, as some individuals may turn to unlawful activities to fulfill their essential needs. While lower poverty rates could lead to a reduction in Lexington crime rates.

Rising cost of living expenses, including increased housing costs, grocery, utility and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards crime, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Lexington, the cost of living is 0.81% higher than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

In Lexington, the average rental rates are $1,080 per month, compared to the national average of $949. Rapid increases in rental costs can lead to neighborhood instability as residents are forced to move frequently in search of more affordable housing. This transience can weaken community bonds and hinder the establishment of social support networks, which can indirectly contribute to crime. While affordable rent and areas with higher income per capita, allow for long term renters and community bonds to the formed, therefore reducing crime rates on the long term.

Lexington crime map

The Lexington crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Lexington 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 Lexington crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Lexington 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

Lexington crime rates are 19% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Lexington are 35% lower than the national average
In Lexington you have a 1 in 54 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Lexington is safer than 44% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Lexington has decreased by 30%

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Daily Crime In Lexington (per 100,000 people)

The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Lexington, SC per 100,000 people. In Lexington, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 1.49 times less than the South Carolina average and 1.23 times less than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Lexington is 2.04 times less than the South Carolina average and 1.53 times less than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Lexington has a daily crime rate that is 1.40 times less than the South Carolina average and 1.19 times less than the overall daily national average.

How Safe is Lexington (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in Lexington in comparison to other South Carolina communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Lexington safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Lexington being safer than 77% of cities in South Carolina and 44% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking South Carolina cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Lexington. In conclusion, Lexington ranks below average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Lexington

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Lexington is 1 in 415

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Lexington is 1 in 61

The chance of being a victim of crime in Lexington is 1 in 54

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Lexington? If you reside in Lexington, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 415. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 61 change that you will become a victim of a property crime. These sorts of crimes against personal property include: burglary, theft, and auto theft. In total, the likelihood of being victimized by a crime in Lexington, is 1 in 54.

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

The year over year change in crime per 100,000 people helps to understand whether crime in Lexington, SC is on the rise or declining. The violent crime rate in Lexington has decreased by 13%, while the property crime rate in Lexington has decreased by 32% year over year. Summing up the numbers, Lexington has decreased by 30% with regards to total crimes year over year.

Lexington police department

Item	Lexington	South Carolina	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	50	5,812	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.7	5.1	3.3

There are a total of 50 Lexington police officers. This results in 2.7 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 46.2% less than the South Carolina average and 16.2% 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
Chapin, SC	1,698	373	1,706	2,079
Lexington, SC	21,847	241	1,644	1,885

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Rose Hill, VA	21,846	98	712	811
Geneva, IL	21,843	90	629	719
Darien, IL	21,843	141	825	966
Linda, CA	21,842	798	3,741	4,539
Sunny Isles Beach, FL	21,853	87	1,196	1,283
Lexington, SC	21,847	241	1,644	1,885

Source: The Lexington, 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.