Buxton, ME Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Buxton Police Department serves the city of Buxton, ME in York County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 340 violent crimes and 317 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 46.6 per 100k residents, which is 56.1% below the national average. Property crime averages 105.0 per 100k, 35.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 AAnnual Rate46.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents340 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate11.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents36 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate105.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents317 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate81.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents254 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate23.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents22 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 46.6 | A | 340 | 106.2 | -56.1% |
| Property Crime | 105.0 | A | 317 | 163.6 | -35.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 11.7 | A | 36 | 22.3 | -47.6% |
| Larceny | 81.6 | B | 254 | 116.4 | -29.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 23.3 | C | 22 | 22.2 | +5.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gorham | 6 miles | A 28.6 | A 17.1 | Violent: 38.8% lower Property: 83.7% lower |
| Saco | 9 miles | B 75.8 | B 113.7 | Violent: 62.5% higher Property: 8.3% higher |
| Westbrook | 9 miles | A 62.6 | A 62.6 | Violent: 34.3% higher Property: 40.3% lower |
| Old Orchard Beach | 9 miles | A 63.4 | A 52.8 | Violent: 35.9% higher Property: 49.7% lower |
| Windham | 12 miles | A 5.1 | A 102.8 | Violent: 89.0% lower Property: 2.1% lower |