04261 Zip Code, Newry

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Newry

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 194 / 300 High
Violent Crime 102
2% above national avg
Property Crime 71
29% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Newry zip codes

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Is 04261 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 04261 in Newry, ME has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 194, which is 94% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Newry.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 194, 94% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 9). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 194 (94% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 9 (91% below avg)

04261 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
97 -3% Average
Assault
194 +94% High
Robbery
48 -52% Low
Rape
68 -32% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
192 +92% High
Larceny / Theft
12 -88% Low
Vehicle Theft
9 -91% Low

04261 Crime Map

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04261 Demographics & Context

Population
472
Median Income
$60,699
Home Value
$484,004
Median Age
53
Pop. Density
2/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 19.5%
Graduate Degree 8.1%

Housing

85%
15%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.3%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 1.2%
Asian 0.1%
04261 Crime Map
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Newry Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 04261, Newry?

Zip code 04261 in Newry, ME has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 194, which is 94% above the national average. Zip code 04261 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Newry.

Is Zip code 04261 a safe neighborhood in Newry?

Zip code 04261 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Newry, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 194), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 9). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Newry.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 04261?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 04261 is Assault, with a crime index of 194 (94% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 04261?

Zip code 04261 has a population of approximately 472. The median household income is $60,699. The median home value is $484,004. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 04261 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 04261's overall crime rate is 94% above the national average (index 194 vs 100). Within Newry, 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.