27831 Zip Code, Garysburg

Crime Rate & Statistics

B-

Fairly safe — slightly below-average crime levels

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Garysburg

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 114 / 300 High

Violent Crime 111

11% above national avg

Property Crime 149

49% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 27831 a Safe Zip Code?

Mostly yes — this zip code is fairly safe. Zip code 27831 in Garysburg, NC has a safety grade of B-. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Garysburg.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 151, 51% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 98). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 151 (51% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 98 (2% below avg)

27831 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Garysburg	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	121	+21%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	108	+8%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	98	-2%	N/A	Average
Rape	117	+17%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	147	+47%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	151	+51%	N/A	High
Vehicle Theft	150	+50%	N/A	Moderate

27831 Crime Map

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27831 Demographics & Context

Population

3,426

Median Income

$38,571

Home Value

$175,000

Median Age

Pop. Density

51/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.7%

Graduate Degree 1.7%

Housing

60%

40%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 21%

Black 76.2%

Hispanic 1.9%

Asian 0.2%

27831 Crime Map

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Garysburg Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27831, Garysburg?

Zip code 27831 in Garysburg, NC has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average. Zip code 27831 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Garysburg.

Is Zip code 27831 a safe neighborhood in Garysburg?

Zip code 27831 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Garysburg, earning a crime grade of B-. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 151), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 98). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Garysburg.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27831?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27831 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 151 (51% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27831?

Zip code 27831 has a population of approximately 3,426. The median household income is $38,571. The median home value is $175,000. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27831 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27831's overall crime rate is 14% above the national average (index 114 vs 100). Within Garysburg, 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.