27812 Zip Code, Bethel

Crime Rate & Statistics

C+

Moderate safety — crime is near or slightly above average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Bethel

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 151 / 300 High

Violent Crime 134

34% above national avg

Property Crime 86

14% below national avg

City Ranking

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Is 27812 a Safe Zip Code?

Somewhat — crime here is near the national average. Zip code 27812 in Bethel, NC has a safety grade of C+. The overall crime index is 151, which is 51% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Bethel.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 154, 54% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 27). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 154 (54% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 27 (73% below avg)

27812 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Bethel	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	143	+43%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	146	+46%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	94	-6%	N/A	Average
Rape	154	+54%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	27	-73%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	95	-5%	N/A	Average

27812 Crime Map

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27812 Demographics & Context

Population

2,919

Median Income

$49,129

Home Value

$132,981

Median Age

Pop. Density

47/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.5%

Graduate Degree 3.6%

Housing

69%

31%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 43.1%

Black 53%

Hispanic 3.9%

Asian 0.2%

27812 Crime Map

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Bethel Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27812, Bethel?

Zip code 27812 in Bethel, NC has a crime safety grade of C+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 151, which is 51% above the national average. Zip code 27812 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Bethel.

Is Zip code 27812 a safe neighborhood in Bethel?

Zip code 27812 has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C+. Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Rape (index: 154), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 27). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Bethel.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27812?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27812 is Rape, with a crime index of 154 (54% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27812?

Zip code 27812 has a population of approximately 2,919. The median household income is $49,129. The median home value is $132,981. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27812 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27812's overall crime rate is 51% above the national average (index 151 vs 100). Within Bethel, 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.