28712 Zip Code, Brevard

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Brevard

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 128 / 300 High
Violent Crime 122
22% above national avg
Property Crime 123
23% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 28712 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28712 in Brevard, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Brevard.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 135, 35% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 104).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 135 (35% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 104 (4% above avg)

28712 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
123 +23% Moderate
Assault
135 +35% Moderate
Robbery
104 +4% Moderate
Rape
126 +26% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
121 +21% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
127 +27% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
120 +20% Moderate

28712 Crime Map

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28712 Demographics & Context

Population
19,768
Median Income
$58,284
Home Value
$445,275
Median Age
51
Pop. Density
154/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.5%
Graduate Degree 10.6%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.4%
Black 8.3%
Hispanic 3.7%
Asian 0.8%
28712 Crime Map
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Brevard Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28712, Brevard?

Zip code 28712 in Brevard, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average. Zip code 28712 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Brevard.

Is Zip code 28712 a safe neighborhood in Brevard?

Zip code 28712 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Brevard, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 135), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 104). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Brevard.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28712?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28712 is Assault, with a crime index of 135 (35% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28712?

Zip code 28712 has a population of approximately 19,768. The median household income is $58,284. The median home value is $445,275. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28712 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28712's overall crime rate is 28% above the national average (index 128 vs 100). Within Brevard, 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.