Beaufort, SC Crime


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Located on the coast of South Carolina, the city of Beaufort has unfortunately been plagued by high rates of crime. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Beaufort is reported at 42.3, significantly higher than the national average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as murder, assault, and robbery. Additionally, property crime in Beaufort is also a concern, with a rate of 82 compared to the US average of 35.4. Property crimes include theft, burglary, and vandalism. These alarming numbers serve as a reminder of the importance of safety measures and crime prevention efforts in the community.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Beaufort violent crime is 42.3. (The US average is 22.7)
Beaufort property crime is 82.0. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Beaufort, SC Crime History
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   Crime in Nearby Cities
City Violent
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Pop. Miles Data
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Port Royal, SC  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock52019
Ridgeland, SC  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock142018
Bluffton, SC  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock202019
Yemassee, SC  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock212019
Hardeeville, SC  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock222019
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Port Royal, SC  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock52019
Bluffton, SC  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock202019
Rincon, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock332019
Pooler, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock402019
Richmond Hill, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock492016

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Over 8 years ago

My husband and I moved here a year and a half ago. We have already made more friends here, than we had in other places we have lived. Most of our neighbors are from  More

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This place is exactly what you'd expect for a small town. Great for old people who like a slow lifestyle of fishing and pig pickings. Horrible for young people --  More

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We are relocating to the area and I am wondering about the elementary school special needs programs. I will i appreciate any  More

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