Newcastle Town, ME
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
8/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
1,773
332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
43.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$79,667
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$406,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$747
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$881
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Lincoln County
2
Maine
2
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Lincoln County
2
Maine
3
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 20 | 20 |
| Feb | 3 | 15 | 23 |
| Mar | 4 | 13 | 32 |
| Apr | 4 | 3 | 43 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 53 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 62 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 67 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 48 |
| Nov | 5 | 2 | 38 |
| Dec | 4 | 14 | 27 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.
Liberal (54%) (40%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 41%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, ME State Senate District 13, ME State House District 46, MESchools
Lincoln Academy
2 miles, SE
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5
Juniper Hill School
2 miles, NW
Great Salt Bay Community School
3 miles, SE
•
3.2
Nobleboro Central School
5 miles, E
•
3.7
Colleges
Capilo School of Hair Design
21 miles, N
Bowdoin College
22 miles, W
•
4.1
Purdue University Global-Augusta
23 miles, N
•
1.4
University of Maine at Augusta
23 miles, N
•
1.4
Hospitals
Lincolnhealth
3 miles, SE
•
4.1
Mid Coast Hospital
19 miles, W
•
3.2
Maine General Medical Center
24 miles, N
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4.1
Penobscot Bay Medical Center
25 miles, E
•
4.1
Airports
Portland International Jetport
46 miles, W
•
1.9
Bangor International Airport
64 miles, NE
•
1.4
Portsmouth International Airport at Pease
92 miles, SW
•
1
Manchester Airport
122 miles, W
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1.4