47362 Zip Code, New Castle

Last updated: May 18, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in New Castle

Summary: 47362 (New Castle, IN) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 47362 in New Castle, IN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in New Castle.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 18, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 111 / 300 High
Violent Crime 117
17% above national avg
Property Crime 124
24% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 47362 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 47362 in New Castle, IN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in New Castle.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 133, 33% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 110).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 133 (33% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 110 (10% above avg)

47362 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
111 +11% Moderate
Assault
115 +15% Moderate
Robbery
110 +10% Moderate
Rape
133 +33% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
120 +20% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
129 +29% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
122 +22% Moderate

47362 Crime Map

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47362 Demographics & Context

Population
29,852
Median Income
$51,511
Home Value
$141,453
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
203/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.1%
Graduate Degree 5.6%

Housing

66%
34%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.1%
Black 6%
Hispanic 2.3%
Asian 0.6%
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New Castle Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 47362, New Castle?

Zip code 47362 in New Castle, IN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average. Zip code 47362 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in New Castle.

Is Zip code 47362 a safe neighborhood in New Castle?

Zip code 47362 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in New Castle, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 133), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 110). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in New Castle.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 47362?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 47362 is Rape, with a crime index of 133 (33% 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 47362?

Zip code 47362 has a population of approximately 29,852. The median household income is $51,511. The median home value is $141,453. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 47362 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 47362's overall crime rate is 11% above the national average (index 111 vs 100). Within New Castle, 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 May 2026.