04856 Zip Code, Rockport

Last updated: May 31, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Rockport

Summary: 04856 (Rockport, ME) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 04856 in Rockport, ME has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 78, which is 22% below the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Rockport.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 31, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 78 / 300 High
Violent Crime 74
26% below national avg
Property Crime 59
41% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 04856 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 04856 in Rockport, ME has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 78, which is 22% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Rockport.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 96, 4% below average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 50).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 96 (4% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 50 (50% below avg)

04856 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
59 -41% Low
Assault
96 -4% Average
Robbery
50 -50% Low
Rape
89 -11% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
68 -32% Low
Larceny / Theft
56 -44% Low
Vehicle Theft
52 -48% Low

04856 Crime Map

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04856 Demographics & Context

Population
3,374
Median Income
$82,591
Home Value
$357,888
Median Age
52
Pop. Density
141/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 29.2%
Graduate Degree 14.1%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.4%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 1.4%
Asian 0.6%
04856 Crime Map
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Rockport Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 04856, Rockport?

Zip code 04856 in Rockport, ME has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 78, which is 22% below the national average. Zip code 04856 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Rockport.

Is Zip code 04856 a safe neighborhood in Rockport?

Zip code 04856 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Rockport, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 96), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 50). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Rockport.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 04856?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 04856 is Assault, with a crime index of 96 (4% below the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 04856?

Zip code 04856 has a population of approximately 3,374. The median household income is $82,591. The median home value is $357,888. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 04856 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 04856's overall crime rate is 22% below the national average (index 78 vs 100). Within Rockport, 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.