27837 Zip Code, Grimesland

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Grimesland

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 75 / 300 High
Violent Crime 69
31% below national avg
Property Crime 82
18% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 27837 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 27837 in Grimesland, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 75, which is 25% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Grimesland.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 137, 37% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 52).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 137 (37% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 52 (48% below avg)

27837 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
82 -18% Average
Assault
57 -43% Low
Robbery
68 -32% Low
Rape
69 -31% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
137 +37% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
56 -44% Low
Vehicle Theft
52 -48% Low

27837 Crime Map

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27837 Demographics & Context

Population
8,765
Median Income
$76,377
Home Value
$259,090
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
144/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.1%
Graduate Degree 8.4%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 65.7%
Black 25%
Hispanic 8.4%
Asian 0.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27837, Grimesland?

Zip code 27837 in Grimesland, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 75, which is 25% below the national average. Zip code 27837 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Grimesland.

Is Zip code 27837 a safe neighborhood in Grimesland?

Zip code 27837 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Grimesland, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 137), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 52). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Grimesland.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27837?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27837 is Burglary, with a crime index of 137 (37% 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 27837?

Zip code 27837 has a population of approximately 8,765. The median household income is $76,377. The median home value is $259,090. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27837 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27837's overall crime rate is 25% below the national average (index 75 vs 100). Within Grimesland, 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.