28479 Zip Code, Winnabow

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Winnabow

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 81 / 300 High
Violent Crime 85
15% below national avg
Property Crime 114
14% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 28479 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28479 in Winnabow, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 81, which is 19% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Winnabow.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 124, 24% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 56). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 124 (24% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 56 (44% below avg)

28479 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
119 +19% Moderate
Assault
64 -36% Low
Robbery
101 +1% Moderate
Rape
56 -44% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
124 +24% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
105 +5% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
114 +14% Moderate

28479 Crime Map

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28479 Demographics & Context

Population
7,994
Median Income
$81,519
Home Value
$321,387
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
84/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 19.1%
Graduate Degree 8.2%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 81.9%
Black 11.6%
Hispanic 3.4%
Asian 1.2%
28479 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28479, Winnabow?

Zip code 28479 in Winnabow, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 81, which is 19% below the national average. Zip code 28479 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Winnabow.

Is Zip code 28479 a safe neighborhood in Winnabow?

Zip code 28479 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Winnabow, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 124), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 56). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Winnabow.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28479?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28479 is Burglary, with a crime index of 124 (24% 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 28479?

Zip code 28479 has a population of approximately 7,994. The median household income is $81,519. The median home value is $321,387. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28479 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28479's overall crime rate is 19% below the national average (index 81 vs 100). Within Winnabow, 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.