27920 Zip Code, Buxton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Buxton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 173 / 300 High
Violent Crime 172
72% above national avg
Property Crime 135
35% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 27920 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 27920 in Buxton, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 173, which is 73% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Buxton.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 179, 79% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 106). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 179 (79% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 106 (6% above avg)

27920 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
179 +79% High
Assault
170 +70% High
Robbery
162 +62% High
Rape
178 +78% High
Property Crime
Burglary
106 +6% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
132 +32% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
168 +68% High

27920 Crime Map

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27920 Demographics & Context

Population
2,000
Median Income
$60,498
Home Value
$394,884
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
167/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.9%
Graduate Degree 9.4%

Housing

70%
30%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.3%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 12.2%
Asian 0.1%
27920 Crime Map
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Buxton Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27920, Buxton?

Zip code 27920 in Buxton, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 173, which is 73% above the national average. Zip code 27920 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Buxton.

Is Zip code 27920 a safe neighborhood in Buxton?

Zip code 27920 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Buxton, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 179), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 106). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Buxton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27920?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27920 is Murder, with a crime index of 179 (79% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27920?

Zip code 27920 has a population of approximately 2,000. The median household income is $60,498. The median home value is $394,884. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27920 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27920's overall crime rate is 73% above the national average (index 173 vs 100). Within Buxton, 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.