Biddeford, ME Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Biddeford Police Department serves the city of Biddeford, ME in York County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,693 violent crimes and 2,880 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 165.2 per 100k residents, which is 55.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 254.4 per 100k, 55.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 15 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate165.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,693 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents89 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents36 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate17.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents259 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate254.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,880 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate31.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents209 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate218.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,549 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 165.2 | D | 2693 | 106.2 | +55.5% |
| Property Crime | 254.4 | D | 2880 | 163.6 | +55.5% |
| Rape | 4.5 | D | 89 | 3.5 | +26.1% |
| Robbery | 4.5 | B | 36 | 5.8 | -23.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 17.9 | B | 259 | 22.3 | -19.8% |
| Burglary | 31.2 | D | 209 | 24.0 | +30.0% |
| Larceny | 218.7 | F | 2549 | 116.4 | +87.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 15 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Female | 2 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 9 |
| Anti-Eastern Orthodox (Russian, Greek, Other) | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berwick | 0 miles | A 48.2 | A 12.0 | Violent: 70.8% lower Property: 95.3% lower |
| Kennebunkport | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 107.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 57.8% lower |
| North Berwick | 0 miles | B 76.4 | A 57.3 | Violent: 53.7% lower Property: 77.5% lower |
| Ogunquit | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 62.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 75.6% lower |
| Wells | 0 miles | B 92.2 | A 67.1 | Violent: 44.1% lower Property: 73.6% lower |