27878 Zip Code, Sharpsburg

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sharpsburg

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 138 / 300 High
Violent Crime 136
36% above national avg
Property Crime 169
69% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 27878 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 27878 in Sharpsburg, NC has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 138, which is 38% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sharpsburg.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 181, 81% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 100). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 181 (81% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 100 (0% below avg)

27878 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
161 +61% High
Assault
100 0% Average
Robbery
181 +81% High
Rape
102 +2% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
172 +72% High
Larceny / Theft
174 +74% High
Vehicle Theft
160 +60% High

27878 Crime Map

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27878 Demographics & Context

Population
17
Median Income
$48,347
Home Value
$113,447
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
350/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.5%
Graduate Degree 3.9%

Housing

58%
42%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 46.6%
Black 46.5%
Hispanic 3.6%
Asian 1.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27878, Sharpsburg?

Zip code 27878 in Sharpsburg, NC has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 138, which is 38% above the national average. Zip code 27878 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sharpsburg.

Is Zip code 27878 a safe neighborhood in Sharpsburg?

Zip code 27878 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sharpsburg, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 181), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 100). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sharpsburg.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27878?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27878 is Robbery, with a crime index of 181 (81% 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 27878?

Zip code 27878 has a population of approximately 17. The median household income is $48,347. The median home value is $113,447. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27878 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27878's overall crime rate is 38% above the national average (index 138 vs 100). Within Sharpsburg, 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.