28741 Zip Code, Highlands

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Highlands

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 170 / 300 High
Violent Crime 115
15% above national avg
Property Crime 96
4% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 28741 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28741 in Highlands, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 170, which is 70% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Highlands.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 176, 76% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 52).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 176 (76% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 52 (48% below avg)

28741 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
123 +23% Moderate
Assault
176 +76% High
Robbery
56 -44% Low
Rape
105 +5% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
158 +58% High
Larceny / Theft
52 -48% Low
Vehicle Theft
79 -21% Low

28741 Crime Map

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28741 Demographics & Context

Population
3,714
Median Income
$61,179
Home Value
$848,770
Median Age
58
Pop. Density
44/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 31.1%
Graduate Degree 15.7%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93%
Black 1.1%
Hispanic 6.2%
Asian 0.5%
28741 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28741, Highlands?

Zip code 28741 in Highlands, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 170, which is 70% above the national average. Zip code 28741 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Highlands.

Is Zip code 28741 a safe neighborhood in Highlands?

Zip code 28741 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Highlands, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 176), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 52). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Highlands.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28741?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28741 is Assault, with a crime index of 176 (76% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28741?

Zip code 28741 has a population of approximately 3,714. The median household income is $61,179. The median home value is $848,770. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28741 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28741's overall crime rate is 70% above the national average (index 170 vs 100). Within Highlands, 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.