23176 Zip Code, Wake

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Wake

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 102 / 300 High
Violent Crime 89
11% below national avg
Property Crime 55
45% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 23176 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 23176 in Wake, VA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Wake.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 100, 0% below average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 32). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 100 (0% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 32 (68% below avg)

23176 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
92 -8% Average
Assault
100 0% Average
Robbery
76 -24% Low
Rape
88 -12% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
84 -16% Average
Larceny / Theft
48 -52% Low
Vehicle Theft
32 -68% Low

23176 Crime Map

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23176 Demographics & Context

Population
555
Median Income
$94,821
Home Value
$366,364
Median Age
55
Pop. Density
80/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 22.6%
Graduate Degree 15.3%

Housing

83%
17%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.5%
Black 10.6%
Hispanic 2.1%
Asian 0.6%
23176 Crime Map
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Wake Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 23176, Wake?

Zip code 23176 in Wake, VA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average. Zip code 23176 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Wake.

Is Zip code 23176 a safe neighborhood in Wake?

Zip code 23176 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Wake, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 100), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 32). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Wake.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 23176?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 23176 is Assault, with a crime index of 100. Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 23176?

Zip code 23176 has a population of approximately 555. The median household income is $94,821. The median home value is $366,364. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 23176 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 23176's overall crime rate is 2% above the national average (index 102 vs 100). Within Wake, 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.