28392 Zip Code, Tar Heel

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Tar Heel

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 69 / 300 High
Violent Crime 87
13% below national avg
Property Crime 91
9% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 28392 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 28392 in Tar Heel, NC has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 69, which is 31% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Tar Heel.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 154, 54% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 32).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 154 (54% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 32 (68% below avg)

28392 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
78 -22% Low
Assault
71 -29% Low
Robbery
99 -1% Average
Rape
98 -2% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
154 +54% High
Larceny / Theft
88 -12% Average
Vehicle Theft
32 -68% Low

28392 Crime Map

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28392 Demographics & Context

Population
1,559
Median Income
$33,821
Home Value
$152,842
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
48/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.2%
Graduate Degree 2.8%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 53.3%
Black 32.9%
Hispanic 9.9%
Asian 0.2%
28392 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28392, Tar Heel?

Zip code 28392 in Tar Heel, NC has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 69, which is 31% below the national average. Zip code 28392 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Tar Heel.

Is Zip code 28392 a safe neighborhood in Tar Heel?

Zip code 28392 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Tar Heel, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 154), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 32). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Tar Heel.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28392?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28392 is Burglary, with a crime index of 154 (54% 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 28392?

Zip code 28392 has a population of approximately 1,559. The median household income is $33,821. The median home value is $152,842. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28392 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28392's overall crime rate is 31% below the national average (index 69 vs 100). Within Tar Heel, 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.