27853 Zip Code, Margarettsville

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Margarettsville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average

Low 93 / 300 High

Violent Crime 117

17% above national avg

Property Crime 72

28% below national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 27853 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 27853 in Margarettsville, NC has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 93, which is 7% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Margarettsville.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 138, 38% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 57). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 138 (38% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 57 (43% below avg)

27853 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Margarettsville	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	89	-11%	N/A	Average
Assault	126	+26%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	113	+13%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	138	+38%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	98	-2%	N/A	Average
Larceny / Theft	57	-43%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	61	-39%	N/A	Low

27853 Crime Map

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27853 Demographics & Context

Population

625

Median Income

$54,209

Home Value

$88,643

Median Age

Pop. Density

16/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6%

Graduate Degree 8.3%

Housing

68%

32%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 45.4%

Black 50.5%

Hispanic 2.8%

Asian 0%

27853 Crime Map

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Margarettsville Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27853, Margarettsville?

Zip code 27853 in Margarettsville, NC has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 93, which is 7% below the national average. Zip code 27853 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Margarettsville.

Is Zip code 27853 a safe neighborhood in Margarettsville?

Zip code 27853 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Margarettsville, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 138), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 57). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Margarettsville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27853?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27853 is Rape, with a crime index of 138 (38% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27853?

Zip code 27853 has a population of approximately 625. The median household income is $54,209. The median home value is $88,643. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27853 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27853's overall crime rate is 7% below the national average (index 93 vs 100). Within Margarettsville, 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.