28425 Zip Code, Burgaw

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Burgaw

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 120 / 300 High
Violent Crime 128
28% above national avg
Property Crime 116
16% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Burgaw zip codes

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Is 28425 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 28425 in Burgaw, NC has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Burgaw.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 135, 35% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 110).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 135 (35% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 110 (10% above avg)

28425 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
129 +29% Moderate
Assault
135 +35% Moderate
Robbery
114 +14% Moderate
Rape
134 +34% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
118 +18% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
110 +10% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
119 +19% Moderate

28425 Crime Map

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28425 Demographics & Context

Population
11,841
Median Income
$54,624
Home Value
$211,016
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
74/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.7%
Graduate Degree 3.4%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 61.5%
Black 27.8%
Hispanic 8.6%
Asian 0.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28425, Burgaw?

Zip code 28425 in Burgaw, NC has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average. Zip code 28425 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Burgaw.

Is Zip code 28425 a safe neighborhood in Burgaw?

Zip code 28425 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Burgaw, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 135), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 110). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Burgaw.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28425?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28425 is Assault, with a crime index of 135 (35% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28425?

Zip code 28425 has a population of approximately 11,841. The median household income is $54,624. The median home value is $211,016. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28425 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28425's overall crime rate is 20% above the national average (index 120 vs 100). Within Burgaw, 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.