27857 Zip Code, Oak City

Crime Rate & Statistics

C+

Moderate safety — crime is near or slightly above average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Oak City

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 132 / 300 High

Violent Crime 138

38% above national avg

Property Crime 73

27% below national avg

City Ranking

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Is 27857 a Safe Zip Code?

Somewhat — crime here is near the national average. Zip code 27857 in Oak City, NC has a safety grade of C+. The overall crime index is 132, which is 32% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Oak City.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 166, 66% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 27). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 166 (66% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 27 (73% below avg)

27857 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Oak City	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	89	-11%	N/A	Average
Assault	141	+41%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	154	+54%	N/A	High
Rape	166	+66%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	142	+42%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	27	-73%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	50	-50%	N/A	Low

27857 Crime Map

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27857 Demographics & Context

Population

1,184

Median Income

$45,633

Home Value

$163,768

Median Age

Pop. Density

18/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9%

Graduate Degree 1.2%

Housing

74%

26%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 34.1%

Black 62.9%

Hispanic 4.1%

Asian 0.2%

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Oak City Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27857, Oak City?

Zip code 27857 in Oak City, NC has a crime safety grade of C+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 132, which is 32% above the national average. Zip code 27857 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Oak City.

Is Zip code 27857 a safe neighborhood in Oak City?

Zip code 27857 has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C+. Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Rape (index: 166), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 27). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Oak City.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27857?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27857 is Rape, with a crime index of 166 (66% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27857?

Zip code 27857 has a population of approximately 1,184. The median household income is $45,633. The median home value is $163,768. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27857 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27857's overall crime rate is 32% above the national average (index 132 vs 100). Within Oak City, 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.