40004 Zip Code, Bardstown

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Bardstown

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 109 / 300 High
Violent Crime 113
13% above national avg
Property Crime 125
25% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 40004 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 40004 in Bardstown, KY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 109, which is 9% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Bardstown.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 134, 34% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 101).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 134 (34% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 101 (1% above avg)

40004 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
119 +19% Moderate
Assault
101 +1% Moderate
Robbery
121 +21% Moderate
Rape
111 +11% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
119 +19% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
134 +34% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
122 +22% Moderate

40004 Crime Map

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40004 Demographics & Context

Population
29,323
Median Income
$61,790
Home Value
$252,374
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
201/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.9%
Graduate Degree 7.8%

Housing

66%
34%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.4%
Black 8.5%
Hispanic 2.6%
Asian 0.8%
40004 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 40004, Bardstown?

Zip code 40004 in Bardstown, KY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 109, which is 9% above the national average. Zip code 40004 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Bardstown.

Is Zip code 40004 a safe neighborhood in Bardstown?

Zip code 40004 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Bardstown, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 134), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 101). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Bardstown.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 40004?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 40004 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 134 (34% 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 40004?

Zip code 40004 has a population of approximately 29,323. The median household income is $61,790. The median home value is $252,374. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 40004 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 40004's overall crime rate is 9% above the national average (index 109 vs 100). Within Bardstown, 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.