27973 Zip Code, Shawboro

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Shawboro

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 127 / 300 High
Violent Crime 148
48% above national avg
Property Crime 100
0% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 27973 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 27973 in Shawboro, 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 Shawboro.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 158, 58% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 63). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 158 (58% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 63 (37% below avg)

27973 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
141 +41% Moderate
Assault
146 +46% Moderate
Robbery
147 +47% Moderate
Rape
158 +58% High
Property Crime
Burglary
111 +11% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
63 -37% Low
Vehicle Theft
126 +26% Moderate

27973 Crime Map

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27973 Demographics & Context

Population
1,696
Median Income
$83,480
Home Value
$324,144
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
43/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.4%
Graduate Degree 4.5%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 81.9%
Black 11.1%
Hispanic 3.7%
Asian 1.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27973, Shawboro?

Zip code 27973 in Shawboro, 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 27973 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Shawboro.

Is Zip code 27973 a safe neighborhood in Shawboro?

Zip code 27973 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Shawboro, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 158), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 63). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Shawboro.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27973?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27973 is Rape, with a crime index of 158 (58% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27973?

Zip code 27973 has a population of approximately 1,696. The median household income is $83,480. The median home value is $324,144. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27973 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27973's overall crime rate is 27% above the national average (index 127 vs 100). Within Shawboro, 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.