28690 Zip Code, Valdese

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Valdese

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 134 / 300 High
Violent Crime 126
26% above national avg
Property Crime 127
27% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 28690 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28690 in Valdese, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 134, which is 34% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Valdese.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 103).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 145 (45% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 103 (3% above avg)

28690 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
139 +39% Moderate
Assault
142 +42% Moderate
Robbery
103 +3% Moderate
Rape
120 +20% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
116 +16% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
121 +21% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
145 +45% Moderate

28690 Crime Map

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28690 Demographics & Context

Population
8,439
Median Income
$54,648
Home Value
$233,764
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
389/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.8%
Graduate Degree 7.3%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88.5%
Black 2.4%
Hispanic 2.6%
Asian 4.9%
28690 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28690, Valdese?

Zip code 28690 in Valdese, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 134, which is 34% above the national average. Zip code 28690 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Valdese.

Is Zip code 28690 a safe neighborhood in Valdese?

Zip code 28690 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Valdese, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 145), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 103). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Valdese.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28690?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28690 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 145 (45% 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 28690?

Zip code 28690 has a population of approximately 8,439. The median household income is $54,648. The median home value is $233,764. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28690 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28690's overall crime rate is 34% above the national average (index 134 vs 100). Within Valdese, 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.