28516 Zip Code, Beaufort

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Beaufort

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 119 / 300 High
Violent Crime 108
8% above national avg
Property Crime 103
3% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 28516 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28516 in Beaufort, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 119, which is 19% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Beaufort.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 126, 26% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 69).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 126 (26% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 69 (31% below avg)

28516 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
124 +24% Moderate
Assault
114 +14% Moderate
Robbery
69 -31% Low
Rape
126 +26% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
106 +6% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
92 -8% Average
Vehicle Theft
110 +10% Moderate

28516 Crime Map

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28516 Demographics & Context

Population
11,804
Median Income
$60,295
Home Value
$442,225
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
45/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 19.6%
Graduate Degree 8.8%

Housing

62%
38%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 78%
Black 17.9%
Hispanic 2.4%
Asian 0.7%
28516 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28516, Beaufort?

Zip code 28516 in Beaufort, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 119, which is 19% above the national average. Zip code 28516 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Beaufort.

Is Zip code 28516 a safe neighborhood in Beaufort?

Zip code 28516 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Beaufort, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 126), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 69). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Beaufort.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28516?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28516 is Rape, with a crime index of 126 (26% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28516?

Zip code 28516 has a population of approximately 11,804. The median household income is $60,295. The median home value is $442,225. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28516 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28516's overall crime rate is 19% above the national average (index 119 vs 100). Within Beaufort, 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.