South Carolina’s Most Dangerous Places: Neighborhoods to Avoid and Ones to Favor

Anderson emerged as the safest among areas studied. However, places like Toxaway and City Center in Anderson still pose risks with a 1 in 165 chance of violent crime.

Neighborhoods with Higher Risks and Safer Areas to Consider

According to the report of Island Pocket, moving to Columbia, the state capital and it ranks ninth. Neighborhoods like Belmont and St. Andrews Terrace Road are noted for higher risks with residents facing a 1 in 142 chance of encountering violence. Safer areas within Columbia include Jackson Boulevard and Heathwood West.

Safest Cities in the Lowcountry

Walterboro, located in the Lowcountry, is eighth on the list with its city center having a 1 in 82 chance of violent crime. Conversely, Ruffin and Walterboro North are safer options in the area.

Stay Safe in Myrtle Beach

Myrtle Beach, a tourist destination ranks seventh with the area around 21st Avenue N. and North Ocean Boulevard being noted as particularly risky after dark. Safer neighborhoods here include Carolina Forest and Waterford Plantation.

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Safety in the Palmetto State

Marion and Bishopville are sixth and fifth respectively each with their own safety concerns and safer neighborhoods highlighted. Hartsville follows at fourth with riskier areas like Hartsville South contrasting with safer neighborhoods such as Clyde and Pine Ridge.

Neighborhoods to Avoid and Ones to Favor in Spartanburg and Lake City

Spartanburg takes the third spot where neighborhoods like Duncan Street and Howard Street show higher risks. Safer areas include Golightly and Fairmont Mills. Lake City ranks second, with its city center marked as hazardous but Cades and Lake City East are safer.

Dillon, South Carolina Ranks as the Most Dangerous Place in the State with a 1 in 39 Chance of Violent Crime

Finally, Dillon is the most dangerous place in South Carolina, with a 1 in 39 chance of violent crime mostly in its Newtown area. Dillon West is comparatively safer.

Discover the Safest Cities in South Carolina

For those seeking safer options Jenkinsville, Pomaria, and Salem are highlighted as the top ten safest cities in South Carolina. Efforts are ongoing to enhance safety across the state including increased police presence, community engagement, and urban planning to create safer public spaces.

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