27944 Zip Code, Hertford

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Hertford

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 122 / 300 High
Violent Crime 121
21% above national avg
Property Crime 98
2% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 27944 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 27944 in Hertford, NC has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hertford.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 128, 28% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 77). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 128 (28% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 77 (23% below avg)

27944 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
120 +20% Moderate
Assault
124 +24% Moderate
Robbery
112 +12% Moderate
Rape
126 +26% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
128 +28% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
77 -23% Low
Vehicle Theft
88 -12% Average

27944 Crime Map

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27944 Demographics & Context

Population
12,205
Median Income
$59,874
Home Value
$213,708
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
55/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.2%
Graduate Degree 5.3%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 68.5%
Black 26.5%
Hispanic 3.1%
Asian 0.4%
27944 Crime Map
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Hertford Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27944, Hertford?

Zip code 27944 in Hertford, NC has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average. Zip code 27944 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Hertford.

Is Zip code 27944 a safe neighborhood in Hertford?

Zip code 27944 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Hertford, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 128), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 77). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Hertford.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27944?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27944 is Burglary, with a crime index of 128 (28% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27944?

Zip code 27944 has a population of approximately 12,205. The median household income is $59,874. The median home value is $213,708. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27944 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27944's overall crime rate is 22% above the national average (index 122 vs 100). Within Hertford, 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.