04421 Zip Code, Castine

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Castine

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 73 / 300 High
Violent Crime 161
61% above national avg
Property Crime 166
66% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Castine zip codes

Check a specific address

in Castine

Is 04421 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 04421 in Castine, ME has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 73, which is 27% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Castine.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 194, 94% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 101).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 194 (94% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 101 (1% above avg)

04421 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
159 +59% High
Assault
101 +1% Moderate
Robbery
191 +91% High
Rape
194 +94% High
Property Crime
Burglary
161 +61% High
Larceny / Theft
173 +73% High
Vehicle Theft
164 +64% High

04421 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

Full Screen Map
Crime Level: Low Below Avg Average Above Avg High

See the crime score for a specific address

04421 Demographics & Context

Population
1,225
Median Income
$77,312
Home Value
$435,478
Median Age
24
Pop. Density
64/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 29.9%
Graduate Degree 29.7%

Housing

62%
38%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.7%
Black 0.9%
Hispanic 1.6%
Asian 2%
04421 Crime Map
Interactive crime heatmap for this zip code
Castine Crime Statistics
View all Castine neighborhoods & city-wide data

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 04421, Castine?

Zip code 04421 in Castine, ME has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 73, which is 27% below the national average. Zip code 04421 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Castine.

Is Zip code 04421 a safe neighborhood in Castine?

Zip code 04421 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Castine, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 194), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 101). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Castine.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 04421?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 04421 is Rape, with a crime index of 194 (94% 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 04421?

Zip code 04421 has a population of approximately 1,225. The median household income is $77,312. The median home value is $435,478. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 04421 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 04421's overall crime rate is 27% below the national average (index 73 vs 100). Within Castine, 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.