Crime Safety Grade

A

Castle Rock, CO Crime Rate

Lower crime than 87% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 29+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

Is Castle Rock Safe?

With an overall crime index of 65, Castle Rock has a 35% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 352. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Dawson Ridge earning an A+ grade while Young American rates A-.

Crime Index Comparison

Castle Rock
65
Colorado Avg
114
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
65
35% below average
Violent Crime
71
29% below average
Property Crime
40
60% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Castle Rock

1 in 352

Property crime: 1 in 625

Where Is It Safe in Castle Rock?

Castle Rock Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 5% below avg
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 81% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 63 ▼ 37%
Assault Violent 56 ▼ 44%
Robbery Violent 95 ▼ 5%
Burglary Property 49 ▼ 51%
Larceny / Theft Property 19 ▼ 81%
Vehicle Theft Property 52 ▼ 48%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Castle Rock Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Dawson Ridge A+ 71
2 Castle Pines North A+ 22
3 Red Hawk A+ 26
4 Keene Ranch A+ 71
5 The Meadows A+ 19
6 Bell Mountain Ranch A+ 57
7 Sellers Creek Ranch A+ 57
8 Stone Canyon Ranch A+ 57
9 Macanta - Taylor Morrison A+ 59
10 Castlewood Ranch A+ 37
11 Cobblestone Estates A+ 73
12 Castle Park Ranch A+ 73
13 Diamond Ridge A+ 18
14 Founders Village A+ 59
15 Crystal Valley Ranch A+ 66
16 Terrain A+ 41
17 Bluffs at Castle Pointe A+ 86
18 Charter Oaks A+ 53
19 Surrey Ridge A+ 53
20 Sapphire Pointe A+ 39
21 The Canyons at Castle Pines A+ 85
22 Castle Pines Village A+ 115
23 Cobblestone Ranch A+ 61
24 Castle Oaks A+ 61
25 The Woodlands A+ 90
26 Metzler Ranch A 51
27 Happy Canyon A 86
28 Plum Creek A 120
29 Young American A- 186

Castle Rock Crime by Zip Code

Castle Rock Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
65,176
Median Income
$113,585
Home Value
$444,589
Median Rent
$1,630
Home Ownership
80%

Racial Demographics

White
88.7%
Black
1.4%
Hispanic
8.7%
Asian
3.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Castle Rock?
Castle Rock has an overall crime index of 65, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Castle Rock are rated A or B for safety.
Is Castle Rock safe to live in?
Castle Rock has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Castle Rock?
The safest neighborhoods in Castle Rock based on crime data include Dawson Ridge, Keene Ranch, Red Hawk, The Meadows, and Castle Pines North. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Castle Rock crime compare to the national average?
Castle Rock's overall crime index is 65 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 35% lower than the typical US city.

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