95012 Zip Code, Castroville

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Castroville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 85 / 300 High
Violent Crime 115
15% above national avg
Property Crime 80
20% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 95012 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 95012 in Castroville, CA has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 85, which is 15% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Castroville.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 151, 51% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 55). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 151 (51% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 55 (45% below avg)

95012 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
93 -7% Average
Assault
83 -17% Average
Robbery
133 +33% Moderate
Rape
151 +51% High
Property Crime
Burglary
77 -23% Low
Larceny / Theft
55 -45% Low
Vehicle Theft
109 +9% Moderate

95012 Crime Map

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95012 Demographics & Context

Population
11,095
Median Income
$62,977
Home Value
$596,128
Median Age
30
Pop. Density
682/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.6%
Graduate Degree 2.7%

Housing

53%
47%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 41%
Black 1.2%
Hispanic 79.9%
Asian 3.2%
95012 Crime Map
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Castroville Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 95012, Castroville?

Zip code 95012 in Castroville, CA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 85, which is 15% below the national average. Zip code 95012 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Castroville.

Is Zip code 95012 a safe neighborhood in Castroville?

Zip code 95012 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Castroville, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 151), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 55). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Castroville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 95012?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 95012 is Rape, with a crime index of 151 (51% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 95012?

Zip code 95012 has a population of approximately 11,095. The median household income is $62,977. The median home value is $596,128. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 95012 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 95012's overall crime rate is 15% below the national average (index 85 vs 100). Within Castroville, 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.