42343 Zip Code, Fordsville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Fordsville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 155 / 300 High

Violent Crime 151

51% above national avg

Property Crime 126

26% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 42343 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 42343 in Fordsville, KY has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 155, which is 55% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Fordsville.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 167, 67% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 102). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 167 (67% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 102 (2% above avg)

42343 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Fordsville	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	149	+49%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	141	+41%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	163	+63%	N/A	High
Rape	149	+49%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	167	+67%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	102	+2%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	108	+8%	N/A	Moderate

42343 Crime Map

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42343 Demographics & Context

Population

1,530

Median Income

$46,045

Home Value

$94,812

Median Age

Pop. Density

23/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.2%

Graduate Degree 3.5%

Housing

76%

24%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.8%

Black 0.3%

Hispanic 1.4%

Asian 0.1%

42343 Crime Map

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Fordsville Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 42343, Fordsville?

Zip code 42343 in Fordsville, KY has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 155, which is 55% above the national average. Zip code 42343 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Fordsville.

Is Zip code 42343 a safe neighborhood in Fordsville?

Zip code 42343 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Fordsville, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 167), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 102). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Fordsville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 42343?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 42343 is Burglary, with a crime index of 167 (67% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 42343?

Zip code 42343 has a population of approximately 1,530. The median household income is $46,045. The median home value is $94,812. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 42343 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 42343's overall crime rate is 55% above the national average (index 155 vs 100). Within Fordsville, 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.