27852 Zip Code, Macclesfield

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Macclesfield

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 111 / 300 High
Violent Crime 115
15% above national avg
Property Crime 60
40% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 27852 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 27852 in Macclesfield, NC has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Macclesfield.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 130, 30% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 26). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 130 (30% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 26 (74% below avg)

27852 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
118 +18% Moderate
Assault
94 -6% Average
Robbery
130 +30% Moderate
Rape
119 +19% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
112 +12% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
26 -74% Low
Vehicle Theft
43 -57% Low

27852 Crime Map

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27852 Demographics & Context

Population
3,058
Median Income
$64,037
Home Value
$98,735
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
63/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.9%
Graduate Degree 5.2%

Housing

70%
30%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 68.2%
Black 25.6%
Hispanic 5.9%
Asian 0.6%
27852 Crime Map
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Macclesfield Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27852, Macclesfield?

Zip code 27852 in Macclesfield, NC has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average. Zip code 27852 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Macclesfield.

Is Zip code 27852 a safe neighborhood in Macclesfield?

Zip code 27852 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Macclesfield, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 130), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 26). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Macclesfield.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27852?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27852 is Robbery, 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 27852?

Zip code 27852 has a population of approximately 3,058. The median household income is $64,037. The median home value is $98,735. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27852 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27852's overall crime rate is 11% above the national average (index 111 vs 100). Within Macclesfield, 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.