28120 Zip Code, Mount Holly

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Mount Holly

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 97 / 300 High
Violent Crime 107
7% above national avg
Property Crime 110
10% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 28120 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28120 in Mount Holly, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 97, which is 3% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Mount Holly.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 115, 15% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 103).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 115 (15% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 103 (3% above avg)

28120 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
103 +3% Moderate
Assault
106 +6% Moderate
Robbery
105 +5% Moderate
Rape
112 +12% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
104 +4% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
112 +12% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
115 +15% Moderate

28120 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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28120 Demographics & Context

Population
20,970
Median Income
$72,096
Home Value
$332,273
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
669/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.8%
Graduate Degree 4.7%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 79.7%
Black 13%
Hispanic 4.1%
Asian 2.4%
28120 Crime Map
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Mount Holly Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28120, Mount Holly?

Zip code 28120 in Mount Holly, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 97, which is 3% below the national average. Zip code 28120 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mount Holly.

Is Zip code 28120 a safe neighborhood in Mount Holly?

Zip code 28120 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Mount Holly, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 115), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 103). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mount Holly.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28120?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28120 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 115 (15% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28120?

Zip code 28120 has a population of approximately 20,970. The median household income is $72,096. The median home value is $332,273. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28120 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28120's overall crime rate is 3% below the national average (index 97 vs 100). Within Mount Holly, 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.