28689 Zip Code, Union Grove

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Union Grove

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 147 / 300 High
Violent Crime 117
17% above national avg
Property Crime 85
15% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 28689 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28689 in Union Grove, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 147, which is 47% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Union Grove.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 158, 58% above average), while vehicle 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
Burglary · Index 158 (58% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 47 (53% below avg)

28689 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
132 +32% Moderate
Assault
131 +31% Moderate
Robbery
82 -18% Average
Rape
124 +24% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
158 +58% High
Larceny / Theft
51 -49% Low
Vehicle Theft
47 -53% Low

28689 Crime Map

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28689 Demographics & Context

Population
2,319
Median Income
$60,284
Home Value
$286,183
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
55/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.9%
Graduate Degree 4.2%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.2%
Black 1.3%
Hispanic 7.7%
Asian 0.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28689, Union Grove?

Zip code 28689 in Union Grove, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 147, which is 47% above the national average. Zip code 28689 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Union Grove.

Is Zip code 28689 a safe neighborhood in Union Grove?

Zip code 28689 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Union Grove, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 158), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 47). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Union Grove.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28689?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28689 is Burglary, with a crime index of 158 (58% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28689?

Zip code 28689 has a population of approximately 2,319. The median household income is $60,284. The median home value is $286,183. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28689 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28689's overall crime rate is 47% above the national average (index 147 vs 100). Within Union Grove, 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.