28735 Zip Code, Gerton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Gerton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 154 / 300 High
Violent Crime 130
30% above national avg
Property Crime 90
10% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 28735 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28735 in Gerton, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 154, which is 54% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Gerton.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 166, 66% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 17). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 166 (66% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 17 (83% below avg)

28735 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
67 -33% Low
Assault
166 +66% High
Robbery
147 +47% Moderate
Rape
139 +39% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
154 +54% High
Larceny / Theft
100 0% Average
Vehicle Theft
17 -83% Low

28735 Crime Map

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28735 Demographics & Context

Population
213
Median Income
$56,751
Home Value
$319,765
Median Age
51
Pop. Density
57/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 19.5%
Graduate Degree 12.7%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.1%
Black 1.2%
Hispanic 3.7%
Asian 0.5%
28735 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28735, Gerton?

Zip code 28735 in Gerton, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 154, which is 54% above the national average. Zip code 28735 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Gerton.

Is Zip code 28735 a safe neighborhood in Gerton?

Zip code 28735 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Gerton, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 166), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 17). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Gerton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28735?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28735 is Assault, with a crime index of 166 (66% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28735?

Zip code 28735 has a population of approximately 213. The median household income is $56,751. The median home value is $319,765. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28735 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28735's overall crime rate is 54% above the national average (index 154 vs 100). Within Gerton, 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.