28434 Zip Code, Council

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Council

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 100 / 300 High
Violent Crime 109
9% above national avg
Property Crime 70
30% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 28434 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 28434 in Council, NC has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Council.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 133, 33% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 29). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 133 (33% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 29 (71% below avg)

28434 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
93 -7% Average
Assault
112 +12% Moderate
Robbery
100 0% Average
Rape
129 +29% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
133 +33% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
29 -71% Low
Vehicle Theft
47 -53% Low

28434 Crime Map

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28434 Demographics & Context

Population
1,691
Median Income
$39,746
Home Value
$138,373
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
19/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.4%
Graduate Degree 6.1%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 27.9%
Black 58.7%
Hispanic 2.2%
Asian 0.1%
28434 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28434, Council?

Zip code 28434 in Council, NC has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average. Zip code 28434 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Council.

Is Zip code 28434 a safe neighborhood in Council?

Zip code 28434 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Council, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 133), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 29). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Council.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28434?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28434 is Burglary, with a crime index of 133 (33% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28434?

Zip code 28434 has a population of approximately 1,691. The median household income is $39,746. The median home value is $138,373. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28434 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28434's overall crime rate is 0% below the national average (index 100 vs 100). Within Council, 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.