28526 Zip Code, Dover

Crime Rate & Statistics

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Dover

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 151 / 300 High

Violent Crime 140

40% above national avg

Property Crime 88

12% below national avg

City Ranking

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Is 28526 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 28526 in Dover, NC has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 151, which is 51% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Dover.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 150, 50% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 46). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 150 (50% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 46 (54% below avg)

28526 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Dover	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	142	+42%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	132	+32%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	150	+50%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	138	+38%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	46	-54%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	80	-20%	N/A	Low

28526 Crime Map

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28526 Demographics & Context

Population

2,717

Median Income

$46,277

Home Value

$130,815

Median Age

Pop. Density

31/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.2%

Graduate Degree 3.7%

Housing

75%

25%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 57.4%

Black 35.1%

Hispanic 8.1%

Asian 0.9%

28526 Crime Map

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Dover Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28526, Dover?

Zip code 28526 in Dover, NC has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 151, which is 51% above the national average. Zip code 28526 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Dover.

Is Zip code 28526 a safe neighborhood in Dover?

Zip code 28526 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Dover, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Rape (index: 150), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 46). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Dover.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28526?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28526 is Rape, with a crime index of 150 (50% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28526?

Zip code 28526 has a population of approximately 2,717. The median household income is $46,277. The median home value is $130,815. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28526 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28526's overall crime rate is 51% above the national average (index 151 vs 100). Within Dover, 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.