27551 Zip Code, Macon

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Macon

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 136 / 300 High
Violent Crime 129
29% above national avg
Property Crime 90
10% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 27551 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 27551 in Macon, NC has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Macon.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 139, 39% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 56). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 139 (39% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 56 (44% below avg)

27551 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
121 +21% Moderate
Assault
139 +39% Moderate
Robbery
134 +34% Moderate
Rape
121 +21% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
136 +36% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
56 -44% Low
Vehicle Theft
79 -21% Low

27551 Crime Map

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27551 Demographics & Context

Population
2,201
Median Income
$64,433
Home Value
$422,473
Median Age
53
Pop. Density
25/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.5%
Graduate Degree 5.2%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 47.6%
Black 35.6%
Hispanic 2.4%
Asian 0.4%
27551 Crime Map
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Macon Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27551, Macon?

Zip code 27551 in Macon, NC has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average. Zip code 27551 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Macon.

Is Zip code 27551 a safe neighborhood in Macon?

Zip code 27551 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Macon, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Assault (index: 139), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 56). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Macon.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27551?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27551 is Assault, with a crime index of 139 (39% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27551?

Zip code 27551 has a population of approximately 2,201. The median household income is $64,433. The median home value is $422,473. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27551 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27551's overall crime rate is 36% above the national average (index 136 vs 100). Within Macon, 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.