Lewiston, ME Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lewiston Police Department serves the city of Lewiston, ME in Androscoggin County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,264 violent crimes and 3,356 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 79.1 per 100k residents, which is 25.6% below the national average. Property crime averages 127.5 per 100k, 22.1% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 6 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 BAnnual Rate79.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,264 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate2.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents134 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate2.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents99 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate17.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents273 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate127.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,356 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate12.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents454 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate102.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,671 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate12.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents200 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 79.1 | B | 2264 | 106.2 | -25.6% |
| Property Crime | 127.5 | B | 3356 | 163.6 | -22.1% |
| Rape | 2.5 | B | 134 | 3.5 | -27.9% |
| Robbery | 2.5 | A | 99 | 5.8 | -56.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 17.9 | B | 273 | 22.3 | -19.8% |
| Burglary | 12.8 | A | 454 | 24.0 | -46.9% |
| Larceny | 102.0 | B | 2671 | 116.4 | -12.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 12.8 | A | 200 | 22.2 | -42.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn | 1 miles | A 45.4 | C 169.1 | Violent: 42.6% lower Property: 32.6% higher |
| Lisbon | 5 miles | A 20.5 | A 82.0 | Violent: 74.1% lower Property: 35.7% lower |
| Sabattus | 6 miles | A 19.5 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 75.3% lower Property: N/A |
| Mechanic Falls | 8 miles | A 32.0 | A 64.1 | Violent: 59.5% lower Property: 49.7% lower |
| Paris | 17 miles | B 92.2 | A 92.2 | Violent: 16.7% higher Property: 27.7% lower |