28673 Zip Code, Sherrills Ford

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sherrills Ford

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 110 / 300 High
Violent Crime 94
6% below national avg
Property Crime 57
43% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Sherrills Ford zip codes

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Is 28673 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 28673 in Sherrills Ford, NC has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sherrills Ford.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 116, 16% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 27). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 116 (16% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 27 (73% below avg)

28673 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
67 -33% Low
Assault
116 +16% Moderate
Robbery
102 +2% Moderate
Rape
89 -11% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
114 +14% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
31 -69% Low
Vehicle Theft
27 -73% Low

28673 Crime Map

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28673 Demographics & Context

Population
6,092
Median Income
$92,634
Home Value
$583,608
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
196/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 21.6%
Graduate Degree 9.9%

Housing

83%
17%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.3%
Black 4.8%
Hispanic 2.5%
Asian 1.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28673, Sherrills Ford?

Zip code 28673 in Sherrills Ford, NC has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average. Zip code 28673 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sherrills Ford.

Is Zip code 28673 a safe neighborhood in Sherrills Ford?

Zip code 28673 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sherrills Ford, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 116), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 27). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sherrills Ford.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28673?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28673 is Assault, with a crime index of 116 (16% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28673?

Zip code 28673 has a population of approximately 6,092. The median household income is $92,634. The median home value is $583,608. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28673 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28673's overall crime rate is 10% above the national average (index 110 vs 100). Within Sherrills Ford, 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.