27299 Zip Code, Linwood

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Linwood

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 105 / 300 High
Violent Crime 87
13% below national avg
Property Crime 72
28% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 27299 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 27299 in Linwood, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 105, which is 5% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Linwood.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 116, 16% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 44).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 116 (16% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 44 (56% below avg)

27299 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
111 +11% Moderate
Assault
70 -30% Low
Robbery
83 -17% Average
Rape
84 -16% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
116 +16% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
57 -43% Low
Vehicle Theft
44 -56% Low

27299 Crime Map

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27299 Demographics & Context

Population
5,097
Median Income
$65,272
Home Value
$228,803
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
176/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.5%
Graduate Degree 4.7%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.5%
Black 2.9%
Hispanic 6.7%
Asian 1%
27299 Crime Map
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Linwood Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27299, Linwood?

Zip code 27299 in Linwood, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 105, which is 5% above the national average. Zip code 27299 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Linwood.

Is Zip code 27299 a safe neighborhood in Linwood?

Zip code 27299 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Linwood, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 116), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 44). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Linwood.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27299?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27299 is Burglary, with a crime index of 116 (16% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27299?

Zip code 27299 has a population of approximately 5,097. The median household income is $65,272. The median home value is $228,803. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27299 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27299's overall crime rate is 5% above the national average (index 105 vs 100). Within Linwood, 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.