28708 Zip Code, Balsam Grove

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Balsam Grove

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 137 / 300 High
Violent Crime 153
53% above national avg
Property Crime 111
11% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 28708 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28708 in Balsam Grove, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 137, which is 37% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Balsam Grove.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 175, 75% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 102). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 175 (75% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 102 (2% above avg)

28708 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Balsam Grove city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
144 +44% Moderate
Assault
121 +21% Moderate
Robbery
175 +75% High
Rape
170 +70% High
Property Crime
Burglary
117 +17% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
113 +13% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
102 +2% Moderate

28708 Crime Map

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28708 Demographics & Context

Population
836
Median Income
$54,450
Home Value
$350,727
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
28/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 1.8%
Graduate Degree 3.4%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 3.6%
Asian 0.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28708, Balsam Grove?

Zip code 28708 in Balsam Grove, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 137, which is 37% above the national average. Zip code 28708 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Balsam Grove.

Is Zip code 28708 a safe neighborhood in Balsam Grove?

Zip code 28708 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Balsam Grove, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 175), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 102). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Balsam Grove.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28708?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28708 is Robbery, with a crime index of 175 (75% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28708?

Zip code 28708 has a population of approximately 836. The median household income is $54,450. The median home value is $350,727. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28708 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28708's overall crime rate is 37% above the national average (index 137 vs 100). Within Balsam Grove, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.