28574 Zip Code, Richlands

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Richlands

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 129 / 300 High
Violent Crime 115
15% above national avg
Property Crime 90
10% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 28574 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28574 in Richlands, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Richlands.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 132, 32% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 44). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 132 (32% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 44 (56% below avg)

28574 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
132 +32% Moderate
Assault
98 -2% Average
Robbery
114 +14% Moderate
Rape
117 +17% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
130 +30% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
44 -56% Low
Vehicle Theft
97 -3% Average

28574 Crime Map

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28574 Demographics & Context

Population
16,208
Median Income
$60,414
Home Value
$187,940
Median Age
32
Pop. Density
133/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.5%
Graduate Degree 3.7%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 80.2%
Black 11.2%
Hispanic 10%
Asian 1.1%
28574 Crime Map
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Richlands Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28574, Richlands?

Zip code 28574 in Richlands, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average. Zip code 28574 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Richlands.

Is Zip code 28574 a safe neighborhood in Richlands?

Zip code 28574 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Richlands, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 132), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 44). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Richlands.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28574?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28574 is Murder, with a crime index of 132 (32% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28574?

Zip code 28574 has a population of approximately 16,208. The median household income is $60,414. The median home value is $187,940. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28574 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28574's overall crime rate is 29% above the national average (index 129 vs 100). Within Richlands, 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.