27009 Zip Code, Belews Creek

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Belews Creek

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 79 / 300 High
Violent Crime 102
2% above national avg
Property Crime 42
58% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 27009 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 27009 in Belews Creek, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 79, which is 21% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Belews Creek.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 125, 25% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 16). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 125 (25% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 16 (84% below avg)

27009 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
92 -8% Average
Assault
66 -34% Low
Robbery
125 +25% Moderate
Rape
123 +23% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
67 -33% Low
Larceny / Theft
16 -84% Low
Vehicle Theft
43 -57% Low

27009 Crime Map

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27009 Demographics & Context

Population
2,742
Median Income
$80,714
Home Value
$332,280
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
158/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.9%
Graduate Degree 5%

Housing

85%
15%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.4%
Black 9.9%
Hispanic 3.5%
Asian 0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27009, Belews Creek?

Zip code 27009 in Belews Creek, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 79, which is 21% below the national average. Zip code 27009 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Belews Creek.

Is Zip code 27009 a safe neighborhood in Belews Creek?

Zip code 27009 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Belews Creek, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 125), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 16). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Belews Creek.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27009?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27009 is Robbery, with a crime index of 125 (25% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27009?

Zip code 27009 has a population of approximately 2,742. The median household income is $80,714. The median home value is $332,280. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27009 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27009's overall crime rate is 21% below the national average (index 79 vs 100). Within Belews Creek, 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.