28090 Zip Code, Lawndale

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lawndale

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 111 / 300 High

Violent Crime 128

28% above national avg

Property Crime 106

6% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 28090 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28090 in Lawndale, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lawndale.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 146, 46% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 80). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 146 (46% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 80 (20% below avg)

28090 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Lawndale	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	119	+19%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	117	+17%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	141	+41%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	146	+46%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	80	-20%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	91	-9%	N/A	Average

28090 Crime Map

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28090 Demographics & Context

Population

9,308

Median Income

$52,744

Home Value

$191,939

Median Age

Pop. Density

99/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.1%

Graduate Degree 4.2%

Housing

75%

25%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 84.5%

Black 11.3%

Hispanic 3.7%

Asian 0.4%

28090 Crime Map

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Lawndale Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28090, Lawndale?

Zip code 28090 in Lawndale, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average. Zip code 28090 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lawndale.

Is Zip code 28090 a safe neighborhood in Lawndale?

Zip code 28090 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lawndale, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 146), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 80). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lawndale.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28090?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28090 is Burglary, with a crime index of 146 (46% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28090?

Zip code 28090 has a population of approximately 9,308. The median household income is $52,744. The median home value is $191,939. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28090 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28090's overall crime rate is 11% above the national average (index 111 vs 100). Within Lawndale, 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.