42721 Zip Code, Caneyville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Caneyville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 121 / 300 High

Violent Crime 130

30% above national avg

Property Crime 105

5% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 42721 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 42721 in Caneyville, KY has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Caneyville.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 147, 47% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 77). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 147 (47% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 77 (23% below avg)

42721 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Caneyville	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	126	+26%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	115	+15%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	132	+32%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	147	+47%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	132	+32%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	77	-23%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	105	+5%	N/A	Moderate

42721 Crime Map

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42721 Demographics & Context

Population

4,617

Median Income

$43,053

Home Value

$217,286

Median Age

Pop. Density

31/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.5%

Graduate Degree 4.3%

Housing

72%

28%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97%

Black 0.6%

Hispanic 1.3%

Asian 0.1%

42721 Crime Map

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Caneyville Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 42721, Caneyville?

Zip code 42721 in Caneyville, KY has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average. Zip code 42721 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Caneyville.

Is Zip code 42721 a safe neighborhood in Caneyville?

Zip code 42721 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Caneyville, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 147), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 77). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Caneyville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 42721?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 42721 is Rape, with a crime index of 147 (47% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 42721?

Zip code 42721 has a population of approximately 4,617. The median household income is $43,053. The median home value is $217,286. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 42721 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 42721's overall crime rate is 21% above the national average (index 121 vs 100). Within Caneyville, 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.