Irmo, SC Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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11%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

2%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

13%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2023 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2024; this is the most current data available.

Irmo crime rates are not available from the FBI crime report. The FBI's uniform crime reporting program (UCR), gathers data from more than 18,000 law enforcement agencies. The agencies include city, university, college, county, state, tribal and federal law enforcement agencies. When combined, they represent approximately 309 million American residents, or a 98% coverage rate of large metropolitan areas. This does result in approximately 20 million people who live in areas where the FBI does not provide crime reports. These areas tend to be smaller towns, villages or suburbs. Given that Irmo crime stats are not covered by the FBI crime reports, either data from local enforcement agencies is applied or estimates are calculated based on demographic data including, but not limited to: home prices, income per capita, poverty rates, unemployment rates, educational achievement and population density. The Irmo crime estimates should be used at your own risk. Please be aware that the data displayed above is estimated and not officially reported by any agency. The Irmo crime map can also be used to view a visual display of crimes committed on a block group level.
Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Irmo_{/100k people}	South Carolina_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	0	n/a (estimate)	2,021 (estimate)	2,664	2,281
Murder	n/a	n/a	n/a	9.0	5.7
Rape	n/a	n/a	n/a	36.4	38.0
Robbery	n/a	n/a	n/a	39.2	66.5
Assault	n/a	n/a	n/a	386.4	264.1
Violent crime	n/a	n/a (estimate)	357 (estimate)	471	364
Burglary	n/a	n/a	n/a	321.3	250.7
Theft	n/a	n/a	n/a	1,617.7	1,347.2
Vehicle theft	n/a	n/a	n/a	254.1	318.7
Property crime	n/a	n/a (estimate)	1,663 (estimate)	2,193	1,917

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 11% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Irmo are 2% lower than the national average
In Irmo you have a 1 in 50 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 decreased by 47%

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Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Irmo

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Irmo is 1 in 280

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

The chance of being a victim of crime in Irmo is 1 in 50

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

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}
Ridgeway, SC	294	0	0	0
Lexington, SC	21,847	16	92	107
Blythewood, SC	3,646	90	418	507
Pine Ridge, SC	2,771	43	783	826
Lake Murray of Richland, SC	6,672	153	713	866
Arcadia Lakes, SC	756	190	886	1,076
Gilbert, SC	650	265	1,235	1,500
Irmo, SC	12,397	357	1,663	2,021

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Markham, IL	12,401	421	2,335	2,756
Patchogue, NY	12,389	230	1,059	1,289
New Kensington, PA	12,378	336	2,118	2,455
Blue Ash, OH	12,417	135	1,905	2,040
Derby, CT	12,420	218	2,754	2,972
Irmo, SC	12,397	357	1,663	2,021

Source: The Irmo, SC crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2023. 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.