28168 Zip Code, Vale

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Vale

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 129 / 300 High
Violent Crime 120
20% above national avg
Property Crime 98
2% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Vale zip codes

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Is 28168 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28168 in Vale, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Vale.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 157, 57% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 52). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 157 (57% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 52 (48% below avg)

28168 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
126 +26% Moderate
Assault
109 +9% Moderate
Robbery
113 +13% Moderate
Rape
133 +33% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
157 +57% High
Larceny / Theft
52 -48% Low
Vehicle Theft
86 -14% Average

28168 Crime Map

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28168 Demographics & Context

Population
11,082
Median Income
$58,565
Home Value
$248,590
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
125/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.8%
Graduate Degree 5.4%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.1%
Black 2.9%
Hispanic 4.3%
Asian 1.7%
28168 Crime Map
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Vale Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28168, Vale?

Zip code 28168 in Vale, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average. Zip code 28168 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Vale.

Is Zip code 28168 a safe neighborhood in Vale?

Zip code 28168 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Vale, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 157), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 52). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Vale.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28168?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28168 is Burglary, with a crime index of 157 (57% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28168?

Zip code 28168 has a population of approximately 11,082. The median household income is $58,565. The median home value is $248,590. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28168 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28168's overall crime rate is 29% above the national average (index 129 vs 100). Within Vale, 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.