Newcastle, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
3/10
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Transit
3/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
2/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
10/10
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
12,945
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
71.1%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$162,646
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$1,128,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,292
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,210
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
King County
4
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metro Area
4
Washington
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
King County
7
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metro Area
7
Washington
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7 | 2 | 42 |
| Feb | 4 | 2 | 43 |
| Mar | 4 | 1 | 47 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 51 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 61 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 66 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 66 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 61 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 53 |
| Nov | 8 | 1 | 45 |
| Dec | 7 | 3 | 39 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 63% of residents leaning left and 32% leaning right.
Liberal (64%) (32%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 26%Schools
Newcastle Elementary School
<1 miles, S
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4.6
Risdon Middle School
1 miles, NW
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2.8
Hazelwood Elementary School
1 miles, NW
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4.1
Sierra Heights Elementary School
1 miles, SW
•
2.8
Colleges
Renton Technical College
3 miles, SW
•
1.9
Bellevue College
4 miles, NE
•
2.3
Pima Medical Institute-Renton
5 miles, SW
•
1.4
University of Phoenix-Washington
6 miles, SW
•
2.3
Hospitals
Overlake Hospital Medical Center
6 miles, N
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4.1
Valley Medical Center
7 miles, SW
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5
Swedish Issaquah
7 miles, E
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5
Cascade Behavioral Hospital
7 miles, W
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
9 miles, W
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4.1
Bellingham International Airport
89 miles, N
•
1.4
Portland International Airport
136 miles, SW
•
3.7
Tri-Cities Airport
168 miles, SE
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1