27957 Zip Code, Merry Hill

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Merry Hill

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 165 / 300 High
Violent Crime 139
39% above national avg
Property Crime 90
10% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 27957 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 27957 in Merry Hill, NC has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 165, which is 65% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Merry Hill.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 160, 60% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 22). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 160 (60% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 22 (78% below avg)

27957 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
160 +60% High
Assault
159 +59% High
Robbery
82 -18% Average
Rape
156 +56% High
Property Crime
Burglary
147 +47% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
22 -78% Low
Vehicle Theft
100 0% Average

27957 Crime Map

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27957 Demographics & Context

Population
1,025
Median Income
$62,417
Home Value
$243,060
Median Age
51
Pop. Density
17/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12%
Graduate Degree 4.3%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 58%
Black 41%
Hispanic 0.5%
Asian 0.1%
27957 Crime Map
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Merry Hill Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27957, Merry Hill?

Zip code 27957 in Merry Hill, NC has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 165, which is 65% above the national average. Zip code 27957 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Merry Hill.

Is Zip code 27957 a safe neighborhood in Merry Hill?

Zip code 27957 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Merry Hill, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Murder (index: 160), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 22). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Merry Hill.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27957?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27957 is Murder, with a crime index of 160 (60% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27957?

Zip code 27957 has a population of approximately 1,025. The median household income is $62,417. The median home value is $243,060. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27957 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27957's overall crime rate is 65% above the national average (index 165 vs 100). Within Merry Hill, 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.