27545 Zip Code, Knightdale

Last updated: May 4, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Knightdale

Summary: 27545 (Knightdale, NC) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 27545 in Knightdale, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 76, which is 24% below the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Knightdale.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 4, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 76 / 300 High
Violent Crime 68
32% below national avg
Property Crime 87
13% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 27545 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 27545 in Knightdale, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 76, which is 24% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Knightdale.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 133, 33% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 57).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 133 (33% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 57 (43% below avg)

27545 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
78 -22% Low
Assault
57 -43% Low
Robbery
78 -22% Low
Rape
58 -42% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
133 +33% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
67 -33% Low
Vehicle Theft
60 -40% Low

27545 Crime Map

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27545 Demographics & Context

Population
29,496
Median Income
$81,126
Home Value
$346,200
Median Age
34
Pop. Density
983/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 24.5%
Graduate Degree 7.6%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 45.7%
Black 37.1%
Hispanic 18.5%
Asian 2.1%
27545 Crime Map
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Knightdale Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27545, Knightdale?

Zip code 27545 in Knightdale, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 76, which is 24% below the national average. Zip code 27545 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Knightdale.

Is Zip code 27545 a safe neighborhood in Knightdale?

Zip code 27545 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Knightdale, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 133), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 57). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Knightdale.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27545?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27545 is Burglary, with a crime index of 133 (33% 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 27545?

Zip code 27545 has a population of approximately 29,496. The median household income is $81,126. The median home value is $346,200. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27545 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27545's overall crime rate is 24% below the national average (index 76 vs 100). Within Knightdale, 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 May 2026.