ZIP Code 28748: Leicester, North Carolina
ZIP code 28748 covers part or all of Leicester in Buncombe County, North Carolina. Its reference point is at latitude 35.6498 and longitude -82.7106 (35°38'59.3"N 82°42'38.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28748
28748 is the only ZIP code listed for Leicester, NC in our directory.
Across Buncombe County there are 24 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 28802 in Asheville, NC, about 3.0 mi to the southeast.
| ZIP code | 28748 |
|---|---|
| City | Leicester |
| County | Buncombe County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 35.6498 |
| Longitude | -82.7106 |
| DMS | 35°38'59.3"N 82°42'38.2"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 28802 (Asheville, 3.0 mi) |
All ZIP codes in Leicester, NC · All North Carolina ZIP codes
Map of ZIP Code 28748
Map centered on 35.6498, -82.7106. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 28748
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28748, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 28748, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Asheville, NC (3.0 mi southeast), Alexander, NC (5.9 mi northeast) and Candler, NC (7.8 mi south). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Asheville, NC – 3.0 mi southeast
- Alexander, NC – 5.9 mi northeast
- Candler, NC – 7.8 mi south
- Weaverville, NC – 10 mi northeast
- Enka, NC – 10 mi south
- Canton, NC – 12 mi southwest
Schools Near Leicester, NC
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 28748 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Leicester and Buncombe County.
Searching nearby communities such as Asheville and Alexander can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 28748.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Leicester, NC are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28748.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Leicester, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 28748 may also use facilities in nearby Asheville, Alexander and Candler.
Shopping and Dining in Leicester
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 28748 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Leicester, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28748.
To research local history, try searching for Buncombe County records and archives along with the name Leicester.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28748, Asheville lies about 3.0 mi to the southeast, Alexander lies about 5.9 mi to the northeast, Candler lies about 7.8 mi to the south, Weaverville lies about 10 mi to the northeast and Enka lies about 10 mi to the south. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Leicester show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28748
Data for ZIP code 28748 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.