Saco, ME Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Saco Police Department serves the city of Saco, ME in York County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,388 violent crimes and 1,451 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 75.8 per 100k residents, which is 28.6% below the national average. Property crime averages 113.7 per 100k, 30.5% 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 11 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 Rate75.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,388 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents43 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate113.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,451 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate18.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents169 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate90.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,161 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate4.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents111 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 75.8 | B | 1388 | 106.2 | -28.6% |
| Property Crime | 113.7 | B | 1451 | 163.6 | -30.5% |
| Rape | 4.7 | D | 43 | 3.5 | +34.0% |
| Burglary | 18.9 | B | 169 | 24.0 | -21.1% |
| Larceny | 90.0 | B | 1161 | 116.4 | -22.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4.7 | A | 111 | 22.2 | -78.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 11 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 5 |
| Anti-Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Orchard Beach | 4 miles | A 63.4 | A 52.8 | Violent: 16.4% lower Property: 53.5% lower |
| Buxton | 9 miles | A 46.6 | A 105.0 | Violent: 38.5% lower Property: 7.7% lower |
| Kennebunk | 9 miles | A 25.3 | A 25.3 | Violent: 66.6% lower Property: 77.8% lower |
| Biddeford | 12 miles | D 165.2 | D 254.4 | Violent: 117.8% higher Property: 123.7% higher |
| Berwick | 12 miles | A 48.2 | A 12.0 | Violent: 36.5% lower Property: 89.4% lower |