ZIP 28127 (New London, NC) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 28127: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Stanly County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
16 of 381 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Stanly County compares with North Carolina
Stanly County against North Carolina and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Stanly County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Stanly County | North Carolina | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 48.6 | 61.3 | 49.7 | 21% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.4 | 2.5 | 3.4 | 1.8× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.76 | 0.66 | 0.49 | 1.2× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 4.4% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 1.7× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.0% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 100% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 25.8% | 24.0% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 7.2% | 10.5% | 13.8% | 31% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 37.8% | 41.0% | 41.9% | 8% below the state |
| After dark | 11.7% | 20.4% | 24.8% | 43% below the state |
Stanly County sits below North Carolina on crashes per 100k residents / yr, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow. It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and garbage-truck share.
Stanly County at a glance: 1 in 23 of truck crashes here involve garbage trucks: 4.4%, vs 2.6% in North Carolina.
Overview
Stanly County has recorded 381 truck crashes since 2015, with 292 people injured and 16 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 11 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is October with 11.5% of truck crashes; the quietest is December at 4.7%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 37.8% of truck crashes, against 41.0% across North Carolina.
The busiest hour is 3–4 pm, with 11.0% of truck crashes.
0.0% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 1.7% across North Carolina.
Where crashes happen
US-52 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 28127 with 3 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. Next come Ssr-1004 Stokes Ferry Rd (2), SR-24 (1) and SR-73 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 16 crashes, 4.2% of the total, against 2.6% across North Carolina.
Route planning tips for ZIP 28127 fleets
- Plan October schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Stanly County.
- Look at alternatives to US-52 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- 25.8% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above North Carolina; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
About the data
This report uses the FMCSA crash file (reported crashes of trucks over 10,000 lb) and NHTSA FARS (fatal crashes). It reports the numbers without guessing at reasons.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Stanly County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-52 | 3 |
| Ssr-1004 Stokes Ferry Rd | 2 |
| SR-24 | 1 |
| SR-73 | 1 |
| SR-740 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Stanly County) |
|---|---|
| W Main St | 19 |
| E Main St | 9 |
| Concord Rd | 4 |
| N Main St | 4 |
| Northeast Connector | 3 |
| Aquadale Rd | 2 |
| Coley Store Rd | 2 |
| Main St | 2 |
ZIP 28127 at a glance
| Population | 8,506 |
| Density | 44 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $69,125 |
| Median home value | $248,607 |
| Home ownership | 84% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Stanly County since the 1990s
Combines the FMCSA crash file (all reported truck crashes, real coverage from about 1990) with NHTSA FARS (fatal crashes involving a large truck, 1982–2024).
| Decade | Truck crashes / yr | Change | Fatal crashes / yr (FARS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 21 | — | 0.7 |
| 2000s | 26 | +22% | 1.6 |
| 2010s | 32 | +22% | 1.2 |
| 2020s | 28 | -11% | 1.0 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 21 a year in the 1990s and 28 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 1.5 a year in 2016–19 and 1.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 28127
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 28127?
Stanly County has had 381 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 292 people and killing 16.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 28127?
Since 2015, US-52 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 28127: 3.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 28127?
October has the most truck crashes in Stanly County, 11.5% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 28127?
16 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Stanly County since 2015, 4.2% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 28127 compare with North Carolina?
Stanly County records 48.6 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 61.3 across North Carolina.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 28127?
Use the free Route Planner: enter your stops to get a risk score, safer alternatives and the low bridges on your route.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.