27888 Zip Code, Walstonburg

Crime Rate & Statistics

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Walstonburg

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 133 / 300 High

Violent Crime 129

29% above national avg

Property Crime 77

23% below national avg

City Ranking

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Is 27888 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 27888 in Walstonburg, NC has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 133, which is 33% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Walstonburg.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 148, 48% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 51). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 148 (48% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 51 (49% below avg)

27888 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Walstonburg	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	116	+16%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	127	+27%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	148	+48%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	97	-3%	N/A	Average
Larceny / Theft	51	-49%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	84	-16%	N/A	Average

27888 Crime Map

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27888 Demographics & Context

Population

2,839

Median Income

$54,295

Home Value

$186,106

Median Age

Pop. Density

55/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8%

Graduate Degree 3.8%

Housing

71%

29%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 53.8%

Black 32.4%

Hispanic 22.1%

Asian 0.3%

27888 Crime Map

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Walstonburg Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27888, Walstonburg?

Zip code 27888 in Walstonburg, NC has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 133, which is 33% above the national average. Zip code 27888 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Walstonburg.

Is Zip code 27888 a safe neighborhood in Walstonburg?

Zip code 27888 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Walstonburg, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Rape (index: 148), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 51). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Walstonburg.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27888?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27888 is Rape, with a crime index of 148 (48% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27888?

Zip code 27888 has a population of approximately 2,839. The median household income is $54,295. The median home value is $186,106. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27888 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27888's overall crime rate is 33% above the national average (index 133 vs 100). Within Walstonburg, 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.