Newcastle, CA is a quiet and picturesque town located in Placer County, California. With a population of just over 1,200 people, it is a close-knit community where many residents feel safe and secure. However, recent statistics have shown that the town has a slightly higher rate of violent crime compared to the rest of the country. According to the latest data, the violent crime rate in Newcastle is 20.9, while the national average is 22.7. This means that while the town may have a slightly higher rate of violent crime, it is still relatively low in comparison to the rest of the country. In terms of property crime, Newcastle's rate of 40.9 is higher than the national average of 35.4. This could be attributed to the town's location, as it is situated near major highways and is a popular destination for tourists. However, the community, along with local law enforcement, is committed to keeping Newcastle safe and ensuring that the crime rates remain low.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Newcastle violent crime is 20.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Newcastle property crime is 40.9. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Newcastle, California does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Wheatland, California. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Wheatland, California. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.