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ZIP Code 27278 Safety Score

Hillsborough, North Carolina • Orange County

62
Grade: C — Moderate
📍 This score is based on crime data for Hillsborough, NC, the primary city for ZIP code 27278. Individual neighborhoods within this ZIP may vary.

Crime Statistics

378
Violent Crime Rate
(per 100K)
4526
Property Crime Rate
(per 100K)
9,788
City Population
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About ZIP Code 27278

ZIP code 27278 is located in Hillsborough, North Carolina. Based on FBI crime data, this area has a safety score of 62/100, earning a grade of C.

Crime rates in this area are around the national average.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ZIP code 27278 safe?

ZIP code 27278 (Hillsborough, North Carolina) has a safety score of 62/100, earning a grade of C — Moderate. This score is based on FBI crime data for the primary city covering this ZIP code.

What is the crime rate in ZIP code 27278?

Crime rates for ZIP 27278 are based on data from Hillsborough, North Carolina. Check the violent and property crime rates above for specific numbers per 100,000 residents.

How is the safety score calculated?

Safety scores combine violent crime rates, property crime rates, and population data from the FBI Uniform Crime Report. Scores range from 0-100, with higher scores indicating safer areas.