27314 Zip Code, Prospect Hill

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Prospect Hill

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 140 / 300 High
Violent Crime 124
24% above national avg
Property Crime 61
39% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 27314 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 27314 in Prospect Hill, NC has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 140, which is 40% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Prospect Hill.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 146, 46% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 12). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 146 (46% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 12 (88% below avg)

27314 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
116 +16% Moderate
Assault
146 +46% Moderate
Robbery
104 +4% Moderate
Rape
128 +28% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
130 +30% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
12 -88% Low
Vehicle Theft
40 -60% Low

27314 Crime Map

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27314 Demographics & Context

Population
726
Median Income
$58,359
Home Value
$188,977
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
31/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.3%
Graduate Degree 2.9%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 71.3%
Black 24%
Hispanic 3.8%
Asian 0.4%
27314 Crime Map
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Prospect Hill Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27314, Prospect Hill?

Zip code 27314 in Prospect Hill, NC has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 140, which is 40% above the national average. Zip code 27314 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Prospect Hill.

Is Zip code 27314 a safe neighborhood in Prospect Hill?

Zip code 27314 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Prospect Hill, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Assault (index: 146), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 12). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Prospect Hill.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27314?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27314 is Assault, with a crime index of 146 (46% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27314?

Zip code 27314 has a population of approximately 726. The median household income is $58,359. The median home value is $188,977. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27314 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27314's overall crime rate is 40% above the national average (index 140 vs 100). Within Prospect Hill, 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.