27938 Zip Code, Gatesville

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Gatesville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 127 / 300 High
Violent Crime 132
32% above national avg
Property Crime 97
3% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 27938 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 27938 in Gatesville, NC has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Gatesville.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 148, 48% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 78). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 148 (48% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 78 (22% below avg)

27938 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
123 +23% Moderate
Assault
128 +28% Moderate
Robbery
148 +48% Moderate
Rape
127 +27% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
127 +27% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
78 -22% Low
Vehicle Theft
87 -13% Average

27938 Crime Map

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27938 Demographics & Context

Population
1,641
Median Income
$54,473
Home Value
$130,857
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
32/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.2%
Graduate Degree 3.3%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 49.1%
Black 47.4%
Hispanic 0.9%
Asian 0.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27938, Gatesville?

Zip code 27938 in Gatesville, NC has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average. Zip code 27938 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Gatesville.

Is Zip code 27938 a safe neighborhood in Gatesville?

Zip code 27938 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Gatesville, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 148), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 78). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Gatesville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27938?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27938 is Robbery, with a crime index of 148 (48% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27938?

Zip code 27938 has a population of approximately 1,641. The median household income is $54,473. The median home value is $130,857. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27938 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27938's overall crime rate is 27% above the national average (index 127 vs 100). Within Gatesville, 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.