28571 Zip Code, Oriental

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Oriental

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 117 / 300 High
Violent Crime 104
4% above national avg
Property Crime 72
28% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 28571 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28571 in Oriental, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Oriental.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 136, 36% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 47). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 136 (36% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 47 (53% below avg)

28571 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
103 +3% Moderate
Assault
136 +36% Moderate
Robbery
86 -14% Average
Rape
92 -8% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
111 +11% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
47 -53% Low
Vehicle Theft
58 -42% Low

28571 Crime Map

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28571 Demographics & Context

Population
2,459
Median Income
$79,442
Home Value
$386,660
Median Age
58
Pop. Density
35/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 20.5%
Graduate Degree 14.6%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82.1%
Black 13.6%
Hispanic 3.5%
Asian 0.6%
28571 Crime Map
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Oriental Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28571, Oriental?

Zip code 28571 in Oriental, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average. Zip code 28571 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Oriental.

Is Zip code 28571 a safe neighborhood in Oriental?

Zip code 28571 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Oriental, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 136), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 47). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Oriental.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28571?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28571 is Assault, with a crime index of 136 (36% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28571?

Zip code 28571 has a population of approximately 2,459. The median household income is $79,442. The median home value is $386,660. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28571 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28571's overall crime rate is 17% above the national average (index 117 vs 100). Within Oriental, 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.