27966 Zip Code, Powells Point

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Powells Point

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 127 / 300 High
Violent Crime 88
12% below national avg
Property Crime 139
39% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 27966 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 27966 in Powells Point, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Powells Point.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 180, 80% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 60). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 180 (80% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 60 (40% below avg)

27966 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
139 +39% Moderate
Assault
92 -8% Average
Robbery
60 -40% Low
Rape
60 -40% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
69 -31% Low
Larceny / Theft
180 +80% High
Vehicle Theft
167 +67% High

27966 Crime Map

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27966 Demographics & Context

Population
2,042
Median Income
$76,881
Home Value
$370,848
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
75/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.7%
Graduate Degree 7%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 84%
Black 11%
Hispanic 3.8%
Asian 0.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27966, Powells Point?

Zip code 27966 in Powells Point, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average. Zip code 27966 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Powells Point.

Is Zip code 27966 a safe neighborhood in Powells Point?

Zip code 27966 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Powells Point, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 180), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 60). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Powells Point.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27966?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27966 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 180 (80% 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 27966?

Zip code 27966 has a population of approximately 2,042. The median household income is $76,881. The median home value is $370,848. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27966 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27966's overall crime rate is 27% above the national average (index 127 vs 100). Within Powells Point, 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.