28135 Zip Code, Polkton

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Polkton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average

Low 100 / 300 High

Violent Crime 116

16% above national avg

Property Crime 105

5% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 28135 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 28135 in Polkton, NC has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Polkton.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 141, 41% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 94).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 141 (41% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Assault · Index 94 (6% below avg)

28135 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Polkton	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	107	+7%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	94	-6%	N/A	Average
Robbery	121	+21%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	141	+41%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	118	+18%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	102	+2%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	94	-6%	N/A	Average

28135 Crime Map

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28135 Demographics & Context

Population

5,612

Median Income

$52,165

Home Value

$253,146

Median Age

Pop. Density

52/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 3.8%

Graduate Degree 3%

Housing

70%

30%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 51.3%

Black 43.1%

Hispanic 5.7%

Asian 1.5%

28135 Crime Map

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Polkton Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28135, Polkton?

Zip code 28135 in Polkton, NC has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average. Zip code 28135 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Polkton.

Is Zip code 28135 a safe neighborhood in Polkton?

Zip code 28135 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Polkton, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 141), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 94). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Polkton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28135?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28135 is Rape, with a crime index of 141 (41% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28135?

Zip code 28135 has a population of approximately 5,612. The median household income is $52,165. The median home value is $253,146. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28135 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28135's overall crime rate is 0% below the national average (index 100 vs 100). Within Polkton, 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.