28645 Zip Code, Lenoir

Last updated: May 15, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lenoir

Summary: 28645 (Lenoir, NC) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 28645 in Lenoir, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lenoir.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 15, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 110 / 300 High
Violent Crime 113
13% above national avg
Property Crime 113
13% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 28645 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28645 in Lenoir, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lenoir.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 130, 30% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 102).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 130 (30% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 102 (2% above avg)

28645 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
111 +11% Moderate
Assault
111 +11% Moderate
Robbery
113 +13% Moderate
Rape
118 +18% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
130 +30% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
102 +2% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
107 +7% Moderate

28645 Crime Map

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28645 Demographics & Context

Population
48,390
Median Income
$46,332
Home Value
$216,409
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
146/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.2%
Graduate Degree 4.5%

Housing

63%
37%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 83.2%
Black 8.6%
Hispanic 6.2%
Asian 0.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28645, Lenoir?

Zip code 28645 in Lenoir, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average. Zip code 28645 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lenoir.

Is Zip code 28645 a safe neighborhood in Lenoir?

Zip code 28645 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lenoir, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 130), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 102). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lenoir.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28645?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28645 is Burglary, with a crime index of 130 (30% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28645?

Zip code 28645 has a population of approximately 48,390. The median household income is $46,332. The median home value is $216,409. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28645 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28645's overall crime rate is 10% above the national average (index 110 vs 100). Within Lenoir, 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.