28357 Zip Code, Lumber Bridge

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lumber Bridge

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 138 / 300 High
Violent Crime 122
22% above national avg
Property Crime 82
18% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 28357 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 28357 in Lumber Bridge, NC has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 138, which is 38% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lumber Bridge.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 135, 35% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 66). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 135 (35% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 66 (34% below avg)

28357 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
135 +35% Moderate
Assault
120 +20% Moderate
Robbery
110 +10% Moderate
Rape
123 +23% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
110 +10% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
66 -34% Low
Vehicle Theft
69 -31% Low

28357 Crime Map

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28357 Demographics & Context

Population
3,095
Median Income
$53,265
Home Value
$177,614
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
92/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.9%
Graduate Degree 3.4%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 39.2%
Black 29%
Hispanic 11.6%
Asian 0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28357, Lumber Bridge?

Zip code 28357 in Lumber Bridge, NC has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 138, which is 38% above the national average. Zip code 28357 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lumber Bridge.

Is Zip code 28357 a safe neighborhood in Lumber Bridge?

Zip code 28357 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lumber Bridge, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Murder (index: 135), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 66). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lumber Bridge.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28357?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28357 is Murder, with a crime index of 135 (35% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28357?

Zip code 28357 has a population of approximately 3,095. The median household income is $53,265. The median home value is $177,614. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28357 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28357's overall crime rate is 38% above the national average (index 138 vs 100). Within Lumber Bridge, 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.