27942 Zip Code, Harrellsville

Crime Rate & Statistics

B-

Fairly safe — slightly below-average crime levels

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Harrellsville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 149 / 300 High

Violent Crime 135

35% above national avg

Property Crime 82

18% below national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 27942 a Safe Zip Code?

Mostly yes — this zip code is fairly safe. Zip code 27942 in Harrellsville, NC has a safety grade of B-. The overall crime index is 149, which is 49% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Harrellsville.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 139, 39% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 49). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Murder · Index 139 (39% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 49 (51% below avg)

27942 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Harrellsville	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	139	+39%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	130	+30%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	110	+10%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	49	-51%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	87	-13%	N/A	Average

27942 Crime Map

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27942 Demographics & Context

Population

885

Median Income

$53,739

Home Value

$117,072

Median Age

Pop. Density

20/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.1%

Graduate Degree 1.3%

Housing

79%

21%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 41.8%

Black 55.1%

Hispanic 2.2%

Asian 0.2%

27942 Crime Map

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Harrellsville Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27942, Harrellsville?

Zip code 27942 in Harrellsville, NC has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 149, which is 49% above the national average. Zip code 27942 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Harrellsville.

Is Zip code 27942 a safe neighborhood in Harrellsville?

Zip code 27942 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Harrellsville, earning a crime grade of B-. The highest concern is Murder (index: 139), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 49). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Harrellsville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27942?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27942 is Murder, with a crime index of 139 (39% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27942?

Zip code 27942 has a population of approximately 885. The median household income is $53,739. The median home value is $117,072. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27942 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27942's overall crime rate is 49% above the national average (index 149 vs 100). Within Harrellsville, 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.