28528 Zip Code, Gloucester

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Gloucester

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 62 / 300 High
Violent Crime 87
13% below national avg
Property Crime 90
10% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 28528 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 28528 in Gloucester, NC has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 62, which is 38% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Gloucester.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 152, 52% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 35).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 152 (52% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 35 (65% below avg)

28528 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
78 -22% Low
Assault
49 -51% Low
Robbery
119 +19% Moderate
Rape
102 +2% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
152 +52% High
Larceny / Theft
82 -18% Average
Vehicle Theft
35 -65% Low

28528 Crime Map

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28528 Demographics & Context

Population
603
Median Income
$52,710
Home Value
$335,416
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
164/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.5%
Graduate Degree 2.4%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.4%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 0.5%
Asian 0.6%
28528 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28528, Gloucester?

Zip code 28528 in Gloucester, NC has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 62, which is 38% below the national average. Zip code 28528 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Gloucester.

Is Zip code 28528 a safe neighborhood in Gloucester?

Zip code 28528 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Gloucester, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 152), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 35). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Gloucester.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28528?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28528 is Burglary, with a crime index of 152 (52% 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 28528?

Zip code 28528 has a population of approximately 603. The median household income is $52,710. The median home value is $335,416. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28528 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28528's overall crime rate is 38% below the national average (index 62 vs 100). Within Gloucester, 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.