27557 Zip Code, Middlesex

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Middlesex

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 133 / 300 High
Violent Crime 137
37% above national avg
Property Crime 106
6% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 27557 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 27557 in Middlesex, NC has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 133, which is 33% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Middlesex.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 147, 47% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 75). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 147 (47% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 75 (25% below avg)

27557 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
134 +34% Moderate
Assault
125 +25% Moderate
Robbery
141 +41% Moderate
Rape
147 +47% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
141 +41% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
75 -25% Low
Vehicle Theft
103 +3% Moderate

27557 Crime Map

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27557 Demographics & Context

Population
8,356
Median Income
$52,581
Home Value
$244,714
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
131/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.6%
Graduate Degree 1.6%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 57.9%
Black 26.9%
Hispanic 19%
Asian 0.3%
27557 Crime Map
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Middlesex Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27557, Middlesex?

Zip code 27557 in Middlesex, NC has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 133, which is 33% above the national average. Zip code 27557 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Middlesex.

Is Zip code 27557 a safe neighborhood in Middlesex?

Zip code 27557 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Middlesex, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 147), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 75). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Middlesex.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27557?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27557 is Rape, with a crime index of 147 (47% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27557?

Zip code 27557 has a population of approximately 8,356. The median household income is $52,581. The median home value is $244,714. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27557 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27557's overall crime rate is 33% above the national average (index 133 vs 100). Within Middlesex, 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.