28610 Zip Code, Claremont

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Claremont

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 70 / 300 High
Violent Crime 93
7% below national avg
Property Crime 67
33% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 28610 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28610 in Claremont, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 70, which is 30% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Claremont.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 123, 23% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 35). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 123 (23% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 35 (65% below avg)

28610 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
83 -17% Average
Assault
59 -41% Low
Robbery
118 +18% Moderate
Rape
112 +12% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
123 +23% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
35 -65% Low
Vehicle Theft
42 -58% Low

28610 Crime Map

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28610 Demographics & Context

Population
9,802
Median Income
$63,839
Home Value
$225,284
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
241/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13%
Graduate Degree 6.7%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 80.2%
Black 6.8%
Hispanic 5.5%
Asian 7%
28610 Crime Map
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Claremont Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28610, Claremont?

Zip code 28610 in Claremont, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 70, which is 30% below the national average. Zip code 28610 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Claremont.

Is Zip code 28610 a safe neighborhood in Claremont?

Zip code 28610 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Claremont, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 123), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 35). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Claremont.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28610?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28610 is Burglary, with a crime index of 123 (23% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28610?

Zip code 28610 has a population of approximately 9,802. The median household income is $63,839. The median home value is $225,284. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28610 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28610's overall crime rate is 30% below the national average (index 70 vs 100). Within Claremont, 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.