27587 Zip Code, Wake Forest

Last updated: May 22, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Wake Forest

Summary: 27587 (Wake Forest, NC) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 27587 in Wake Forest, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 66, which is 34% below the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Wake Forest.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 22, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 66 / 300 High
Violent Crime 68
32% below national avg
Property Crime 74
26% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 27587 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 27587 in Wake Forest, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 66, which is 34% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Wake Forest.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 99, 1% below average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 54).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 99 (1% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 54 (46% below avg)

27587 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
65 -35% Low
Assault
60 -40% Low
Robbery
80 -20% Low
Rape
68 -32% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
99 -1% Average
Larceny / Theft
54 -46% Low
Vehicle Theft
68 -32% Low

27587 Crime Map

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27587 Demographics & Context

Population
72,498
Median Income
$104,165
Home Value
$490,345
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
647/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 32.1%
Graduate Degree 12.8%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 75.5%
Black 15.4%
Hispanic 6.5%
Asian 3.5%
27587 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27587, Wake Forest?

Zip code 27587 in Wake Forest, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 66, which is 34% below the national average. Zip code 27587 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Wake Forest.

Is Zip code 27587 a safe neighborhood in Wake Forest?

Zip code 27587 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Wake Forest, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 99), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 54). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Wake Forest.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27587?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27587 is Burglary, with a crime index of 99 (1% below 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 27587?

Zip code 27587 has a population of approximately 72,498. The median household income is $104,165. The median home value is $490,345. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27587 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27587's overall crime rate is 34% below the national average (index 66 vs 100). Within Wake Forest, 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 May 2026.