27824 Zip Code, Engelhard

Crime Rate & Statistics

B-

Fairly safe — slightly below-average crime levels

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Engelhard

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 147 / 300 High

Violent Crime 165

65% above national avg

Property Crime 143

43% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 27824 a Safe Zip Code?

Mostly yes — this zip code is fairly safe. Zip code 27824 in Engelhard, NC has a safety grade of B-. The overall crime index is 147, which is 47% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Engelhard.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 182, 82% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 119). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Robbery · Index 182 (82% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Burglary · Index 119 (19% above avg)

27824 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Engelhard	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	165	+65%	N/A	High
Assault	151	+51%	N/A	High
Robbery	182	+82%	N/A	High
Rape	163	+63%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	119	+19%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	146	+46%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	163	+63%	N/A	High

27824 Crime Map

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27824 Demographics & Context

Population

796

Median Income

$53,930

Home Value

$399,841

Median Age

Pop. Density

5/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.9%

Graduate Degree 0.6%

Housing

64%

36%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 55.6%

Black 40.3%

Hispanic 7.2%

Asian 0.1%

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Engelhard Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27824, Engelhard?

Zip code 27824 in Engelhard, NC has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 147, which is 47% above the national average. Zip code 27824 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Engelhard.

Is Zip code 27824 a safe neighborhood in Engelhard?

Zip code 27824 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Engelhard, earning a crime grade of B-. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 182), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 119). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Engelhard.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27824?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27824 is Robbery, with a crime index of 182 (82% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27824?

Zip code 27824 has a population of approximately 796. The median household income is $53,930. The median home value is $399,841. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27824 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27824's overall crime rate is 47% above the national average (index 147 vs 100). Within Engelhard, 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.