Mechanic Falls, ME Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Mechanic Falls Police Department serves the city of Mechanic Falls, ME in Androscoggin County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 153 violent crimes and 136 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 32.0 per 100k residents, which is 69.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 64.1 per 100k, 60.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Violent Crime 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 AAnnual Rate32.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents153 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate64.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents136 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate32.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents27 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate32.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents99 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 32.0 | A | 153 | 106.2 | -69.8% |
| Property Crime | 64.1 | A | 136 | 163.6 | -60.8% |
| Burglary | 32.0 | D | 27 | 24.0 | +33.3% |
| Larceny | 32.0 | A | 99 | 116.4 | -72.5% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn | 8 miles | A 45.4 | C 169.1 | Violent: 41.6% higher Property: 163.8% higher |
| Lewiston | 8 miles | B 79.1 | B 127.5 | Violent: 146.8% higher Property: 99.0% higher |
| Lisbon | 9 miles | A 20.5 | A 82.0 | Violent: 36.0% lower Property: 28.0% higher |
| Paris | 10 miles | B 92.2 | A 92.2 | Violent: 187.9% higher Property: 43.9% higher |
| Norway | 11 miles | A 18.8 | B 131.8 | Violent: 41.2% lower Property: 105.7% higher |