28456 Zip Code, Riegelwood

Crime Rate & Statistics

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Riegelwood

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 107 / 300 High

Violent Crime 135

35% above national avg

Property Crime 99

1% below national avg

City Ranking

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Is 28456 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 28456 in Riegelwood, NC has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Riegelwood.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 150, 50% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 73). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Robbery · Index 150 (50% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 73 (27% below avg)

28456 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Riegelwood	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	129	+29%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	113	+13%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	150	+50%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	146	+46%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	119	+19%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	73	-27%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	105	+5%	N/A	Moderate

28456 Crime Map

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28456 Demographics & Context

Population

3,060

Median Income

$59,035

Home Value

$186,458

Median Age

Pop. Density

53/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.4%

Graduate Degree 3.3%

Housing

75%

25%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 39.8%

Black 48.1%

Hispanic 5.6%

Asian 0.2%

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Riegelwood Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28456, Riegelwood?

Zip code 28456 in Riegelwood, NC has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average. Zip code 28456 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Riegelwood.

Is Zip code 28456 a safe neighborhood in Riegelwood?

Zip code 28456 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Riegelwood, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 150), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 73). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Riegelwood.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28456?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28456 is Robbery, with a crime index of 150 (50% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28456?

Zip code 28456 has a population of approximately 3,060. The median household income is $59,035. The median home value is $186,458. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28456 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28456's overall crime rate is 7% above the national average (index 107 vs 100). Within Riegelwood, 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.