28749 Zip Code, Little Switzerland

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Little Switzerland

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 151 / 300 High
Violent Crime 131
31% above national avg
Property Crime 101
1% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 28749 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28749 in Little Switzerland, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 151, which is 51% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Little Switzerland.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 161, 61% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 71). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 161 (61% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 71 (29% below avg)

28749 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
142 +42% Moderate
Assault
161 +61% High
Robbery
71 -29% Low
Rape
148 +48% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
129 +29% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
79 -21% Low
Vehicle Theft
95 -5% Average

28749 Crime Map

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28749 Demographics & Context

Population
19
Median Income
$56,408
Home Value
$148,735
Median Age
51
Pop. Density
69/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.5%
Graduate Degree 12.1%

Housing

83%
17%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.2%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 5.9%
Asian 0.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28749, Little Switzerland?

Zip code 28749 in Little Switzerland, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 151, which is 51% above the national average. Zip code 28749 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Little Switzerland.

Is Zip code 28749 a safe neighborhood in Little Switzerland?

Zip code 28749 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Little Switzerland, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 161), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 71). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Little Switzerland.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28749?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28749 is Assault, with a crime index of 161 (61% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28749?

Zip code 28749 has a population of approximately 19. The median household income is $56,408. The median home value is $148,735. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28749 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28749's overall crime rate is 51% above the national average (index 151 vs 100). Within Little Switzerland, 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.