28714 Zip Code, Burnsville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Burnsville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 129 / 300 High
Violent Crime 133
33% above national avg
Property Crime 108
8% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 28714 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28714 in Burnsville, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Burnsville.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 147, 47% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 79). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 147 (47% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 79 (21% below avg)

28714 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
128 +28% Moderate
Assault
134 +34% Moderate
Robbery
123 +23% Moderate
Rape
147 +47% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
136 +36% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
79 -21% Low
Vehicle Theft
108 +8% Moderate

28714 Crime Map

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28714 Demographics & Context

Population
15,820
Median Income
$53,338
Home Value
$292,169
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
57/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.9%
Graduate Degree 5.7%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.5%
Black 1.6%
Hispanic 7%
Asian 0.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28714, Burnsville?

Zip code 28714 in Burnsville, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average. Zip code 28714 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Burnsville.

Is Zip code 28714 a safe neighborhood in Burnsville?

Zip code 28714 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Burnsville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 147), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 79). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Burnsville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28714?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28714 is Rape, with a crime index of 147 (47% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28714?

Zip code 28714 has a population of approximately 15,820. The median household income is $53,338. The median home value is $292,169. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28714 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28714's overall crime rate is 29% above the national average (index 129 vs 100). Within Burnsville, 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.