27816 Zip Code, Castalia

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Castalia

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 136 / 300 High
Violent Crime 134
34% above national avg
Property Crime 96
4% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 27816 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 27816 in Castalia, NC has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Castalia.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 154, 54% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 48). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 154 (54% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 48 (52% below avg)

27816 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
125 +25% Moderate
Assault
133 +33% Moderate
Robbery
139 +39% Moderate
Rape
140 +40% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
154 +54% High
Larceny / Theft
48 -52% Low
Vehicle Theft
87 -13% Average

27816 Crime Map

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27816 Demographics & Context

Population
3,229
Median Income
$61,217
Home Value
$255,234
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
50/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.6%
Graduate Degree 3.9%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 55.9%
Black 34.9%
Hispanic 7%
Asian 0.6%
27816 Crime Map
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Castalia Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27816, Castalia?

Zip code 27816 in Castalia, NC has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average. Zip code 27816 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Castalia.

Is Zip code 27816 a safe neighborhood in Castalia?

Zip code 27816 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Castalia, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 154), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 48). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Castalia.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27816?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27816 is Burglary, 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 27816?

Zip code 27816 has a population of approximately 3,229. The median household income is $61,217. The median home value is $255,234. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27816 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27816's overall crime rate is 36% above the national average (index 136 vs 100). Within Castalia, 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.