27879 Zip Code, Simpson

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Simpson

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 75 / 300 High
Violent Crime 40
60% below national avg
Property Crime 66
34% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 27879 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 27879 in Simpson, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 75, which is 25% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Simpson.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 147, 47% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 21). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 147 (47% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 21 (79% below avg)

27879 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
83 -17% Average
Assault
28 -72% Low
Robbery
22 -78% Low
Rape
25 -75% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
147 +47% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
31 -69% Low
Vehicle Theft
21 -79% Low

27879 Crime Map

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27879 Demographics & Context

Population
14
Median Income
$96,515
Home Value
$24,944
Median Age
35
Pop. Density
366/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 22.8%
Graduate Degree 7.1%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 73.1%
Black 16.1%
Hispanic 10.9%
Asian 1%
27879 Crime Map
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Simpson Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27879, Simpson?

Zip code 27879 in Simpson, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 75, which is 25% below the national average. Zip code 27879 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Simpson.

Is Zip code 27879 a safe neighborhood in Simpson?

Zip code 27879 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Simpson, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 147), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 21). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Simpson.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27879?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27879 is Burglary, with a crime index of 147 (47% 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 27879?

Zip code 27879 has a population of approximately 14. The median household income is $96,515. The median home value is $24,944. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27879 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27879's overall crime rate is 25% below the national average (index 75 vs 100). Within Simpson, 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.