28451 Zip Code, Leland

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Leland

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low

Low 74 / 300 High

Violent Crime 86

14% below national avg

Property Crime 111

11% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 28451 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28451 in Leland, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 74, which is 26% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Leland.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 120, 20% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 50). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 120 (20% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Assault · Index 50 (50% below avg)

28451 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Leland	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	112	+12%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	50	-50%	N/A	Low
Robbery	103	+3%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	80	-20%	N/A	Low
Property Crime
Burglary	98	-2%	N/A	Average
Larceny / Theft	114	+14%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	120	+20%	N/A	Moderate

28451 Crime Map

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28451 Demographics & Context

Population

34,343

Median Income

$76,781

Home Value

$360,866

Median Age

Pop. Density

209/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.8%

Graduate Degree 10.3%

Housing

75%

25%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 71.2%

Black 18.1%

Hispanic 7.2%

Asian 1.2%

28451 Crime Map

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Leland Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28451, Leland?

Zip code 28451 in Leland, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 74, which is 26% below the national average. Zip code 28451 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Leland.

Is Zip code 28451 a safe neighborhood in Leland?

Zip code 28451 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Leland, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 120), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 50). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Leland.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28451?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28451 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 120 (20% 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 28451?

Zip code 28451 has a population of approximately 34,343. The median household income is $76,781. The median home value is $360,866. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28451 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28451's overall crime rate is 26% below the national average (index 74 vs 100). Within Leland, 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.