27979 Zip Code, Sunbury

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sunbury

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 105 / 300 High

Violent Crime 109

9% above national avg

Property Crime 66

34% below national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 27979 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 27979 in Sunbury, NC has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 105, which is 5% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sunbury.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 125, 25% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 47). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 125 (25% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 47 (53% below avg)

27979 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Sunbury	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	91	-9%	N/A	Average
Assault	121	+21%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	99	-1%	N/A	Average
Rape	125	+25%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	102	+2%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	47	-53%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	50	-50%	N/A	Low

27979 Crime Map

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27979 Demographics & Context

Population

1,194

Median Income

$75,613

Home Value

$186,024

Median Age

Pop. Density

25/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14%

Graduate Degree 4.2%

Housing

81%

19%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 56.8%

Black 38.6%

Hispanic 2.5%

Asian 0.5%

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Sunbury Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27979, Sunbury?

Zip code 27979 in Sunbury, NC has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 105, which is 5% above the national average. Zip code 27979 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sunbury.

Is Zip code 27979 a safe neighborhood in Sunbury?

Zip code 27979 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sunbury, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 125), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 47). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sunbury.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27979?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27979 is Rape, with a crime index of 125 (25% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27979?

Zip code 27979 has a population of approximately 1,194. The median household income is $75,613. The median home value is $186,024. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27979 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27979's overall crime rate is 5% above the national average (index 105 vs 100). Within Sunbury, 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.