Bangor, ME Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Bangor Police Department serves the city of Bangor, ME in Penobscot County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,830 violent crimes and 6,679 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 234.7 per 100k residents, which is 121.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 298.2 per 100k, 82.3% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate234.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,830 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate3.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents82 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate9.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents139 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate298.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents6,679 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate15.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents491 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate260.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents5,943 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate22.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents224 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 234.7 | F | 4830 | 106.2 | +121.0% |
| Property Crime | 298.2 | F | 6679 | 163.6 | +82.3% |
| Robbery | 3.2 | A | 82 | 5.8 | -45.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 9.5 | A | 139 | 22.3 | -57.2% |
| Burglary | 15.9 | B | 491 | 24.0 | -34.0% |
| Larceny | 260.1 | F | 5943 | 116.4 | +123.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 22.2 | C | 224 | 22.2 | +0.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 12 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Protestant | 1 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brewer | 1 miles | A 41.4 | B 144.8 | Violent: 82.4% lower Property: 51.4% lower |
| Veazie | 5 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Holden | 6 miles | A 58.5 | A 29.3 | Violent: 75.1% lower Property: 90.2% lower |
| Old Town | 11 miles | A 67.0 | C 147.4 | Violent: 71.4% lower Property: 50.6% lower |
| Newport | 25 miles | B 94.9 | A 94.9 | Violent: 59.6% lower Property: 68.2% lower |