27839 Zip Code, Halifax

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Halifax

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 106 / 300 High
Violent Crime 90
10% below national avg
Property Crime 73
27% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 27839 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 27839 in Halifax, NC has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 106, which is 6% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Halifax.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 111, 11% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 48).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 111 (11% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 48 (52% below avg)

27839 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
89 -11% Average
Assault
106 +6% Moderate
Robbery
55 -45% Low
Rape
111 +11% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
110 +10% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
61 -39% Low
Vehicle Theft
48 -52% Low

27839 Crime Map

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27839 Demographics & Context

Population
4,478
Median Income
$42,626
Home Value
$103,175
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
31/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.6%
Graduate Degree 2.6%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 25.5%
Black 68.9%
Hispanic 3.5%
Asian 0.3%
27839 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27839, Halifax?

Zip code 27839 in Halifax, NC has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 106, which is 6% above the national average. Zip code 27839 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Halifax.

Is Zip code 27839 a safe neighborhood in Halifax?

Zip code 27839 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Halifax, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Rape (index: 111), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 48). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Halifax.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27839?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27839 is Rape, with a crime index of 111 (11% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27839?

Zip code 27839 has a population of approximately 4,478. The median household income is $42,626. The median home value is $103,175. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27839 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27839's overall crime rate is 6% above the national average (index 106 vs 100). Within Halifax, 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.