27252 Zip Code, Goldston

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Goldston

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 136 / 300 High
Violent Crime 143
43% above national avg
Property Crime 88
12% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 27252 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 27252 in Goldston, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Goldston.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 167, 67% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 40). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 167 (67% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 40 (60% below avg)

27252 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
114 +14% Moderate
Assault
137 +37% Moderate
Robbery
152 +52% High
Rape
167 +67% High
Property Crime
Burglary
124 +24% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
40 -60% Low
Vehicle Theft
101 +1% Moderate

27252 Crime Map

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27252 Demographics & Context

Population
2,022
Median Income
$55,636
Home Value
$228,672
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
53/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.3%
Graduate Degree 3.7%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 81.5%
Black 15.2%
Hispanic 2.9%
Asian 0.3%
27252 Crime Map
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Goldston Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27252, Goldston?

Zip code 27252 in Goldston, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average. Zip code 27252 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Goldston.

Is Zip code 27252 a safe neighborhood in Goldston?

Zip code 27252 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Goldston, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 167), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 40). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Goldston.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27252?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27252 is Rape, with a crime index of 167 (67% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27252?

Zip code 27252 has a population of approximately 2,022. The median household income is $55,636. The median home value is $228,672. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27252 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27252's overall crime rate is 36% above the national average (index 136 vs 100). Within Goldston, 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.