28783 Zip Code, Tuckasegee

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Tuckasegee

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 162 / 300 High
Violent Crime 133
33% above national avg
Property Crime 90
10% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 28783 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28783 in Tuckasegee, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 162, which is 62% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Tuckasegee.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 169, 69% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 18). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 169 (69% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 18 (82% below avg)

28783 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
135 +35% Moderate
Assault
169 +69% High
Robbery
65 -35% Low
Rape
163 +63% High
Property Crime
Burglary
119 +19% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
18 -82% Low
Vehicle Theft
133 +33% Moderate

28783 Crime Map

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28783 Demographics & Context

Population
1,232
Median Income
$43,946
Home Value
$355,742
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
18/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.3%
Graduate Degree 4.6%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.7%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 6.9%
Asian 0.9%
28783 Crime Map
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Tuckasegee Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28783, Tuckasegee?

Zip code 28783 in Tuckasegee, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 162, which is 62% above the national average. Zip code 28783 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Tuckasegee.

Is Zip code 28783 a safe neighborhood in Tuckasegee?

Zip code 28783 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Tuckasegee, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 169), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 18). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Tuckasegee.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28783?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28783 is Assault, with a crime index of 169 (69% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28783?

Zip code 28783 has a population of approximately 1,232. The median household income is $43,946. The median home value is $355,742. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28783 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28783's overall crime rate is 62% above the national average (index 162 vs 100). Within Tuckasegee, 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.