Cumberland, ME Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Cumberland Police Department serves the city of Cumberland, ME in Cumberland County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 68 violent crimes and 103 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 34.6 per 100k residents, which is 67.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 34.6 per 100k, 78.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Larceny had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 4 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 AProperty Crimes
Property Crime
Grade ALarceny
Grade AMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 34.6 | A | 68 | 106.2 | -67.4% |
| Property Crime | 34.6 | A | 103 | 163.6 | -78.8% |
| Larceny | 23.1 | A | 85 | 116.4 | -80.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 11.5 | A | 7 | 22.2 | -48.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yarmouth | 3 miles | A 21.9 | A 43.8 | Violent: 36.8% lower Property: 26.4% higher |
| Falmouth | 4 miles | A 15.3 | A 53.6 | Violent: 55.8% lower Property: 54.8% higher |
| Scarborough | 4 miles | A 25.3 | A 80.1 | Violent: 27.0% lower Property: 131.3% higher |
| Freeport | 7 miles | A 45.4 | C 193.0 | Violent: 31.2% higher Property: 457.4% higher |
| Windham | 9 miles | A 5.1 | A 102.8 | Violent: 85.2% lower Property: 196.9% higher |