27310 Zip Code, Oak Ridge

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Oak Ridge

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 16 / 300 High
Violent Crime 60
40% below national avg
Property Crime 27
73% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 27310 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 27310 in Oak Ridge, NC has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 16, which is 84% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Oak Ridge.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 114, 14% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 16). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 114 (14% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 16 (84% below avg)

27310 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
16 -84% Low
Assault
18 -82% Low
Robbery
114 +14% Moderate
Rape
90 -10% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
39 -61% Low
Larceny / Theft
24 -76% Low
Vehicle Theft
18 -82% Low

27310 Crime Map

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27310 Demographics & Context

Population
7,284
Median Income
$130,460
Home Value
$501,926
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
397/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 28%
Graduate Degree 21%

Housing

85%
15%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 84.6%
Black 6.5%
Hispanic 3.6%
Asian 5.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27310, Oak Ridge?

Zip code 27310 in Oak Ridge, NC has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 16, which is 84% below the national average. Zip code 27310 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Oak Ridge.

Is Zip code 27310 a safe neighborhood in Oak Ridge?

Zip code 27310 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Oak Ridge, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 114), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 16). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Oak Ridge.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27310?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27310 is Robbery, with a crime index of 114 (14% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27310?

Zip code 27310 has a population of approximately 7,284. The median household income is $130,460. The median home value is $501,926. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27310 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27310's overall crime rate is 84% below the national average (index 16 vs 100). Within Oak Ridge, 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.