Charlotte, NC 28217
ZIP code 28217 in Charlotte, North Carolina sits at BDI 18.8 — High on the national scale — with 6 active breweries with a walkability score of 55.2 and the opportunity model flags it as Moderate Opportunity. The breakdown below combines four data sources to characterize what the brewery scene actually looks like here, and what it might look like for a new entrant.
At a Glance
Density — BDI 18.8
HighBDI measures breweries per 100,000 residents. 28217 ranks #1,018 nationally for craft beer density.
Walkability — BWS 55.2
Walkable ClusterWalkability is calculated from Walk Score, transit data, and how tightly clustered breweries are. A score above 60 means you can chain several taprooms on foot.
Opportunity — BOS 46.8
Moderate OpportunityOpportunity score weights income, target demographics (25–44), education, and current competition. Higher means an under-served market with the right customer base.
Active Breweries in 28217
| Name | Type | Address | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brewers | Planning | ||
| Lenny Boy Brewing Co | Micro | 3000 S Tryon St | Website |
| Sugar Creek Brewing Co. | Micro | 215 Southside Dr | Website |
| The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery | Regional | 4150 Yancey Rd | Website |
| Thirsty Nomad Brewing | Micro | 4402 Stuart Andrew Blvd Ste A | Website |
| Three Spirits Brewery | Micro | 5046 Old Pineville Rd Ste 200 | Website |