Wells, ME Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Wells Police Department serves the city of Wells, ME in York County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 342 violent crimes and 444 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 92.2 per 100k residents, which is 13.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 67.1 per 100k, 59.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape 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 BAnnual Rate92.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents342 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate16.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents21 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate67.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents444 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate67.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents385 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 92.2 | B | 342 | 106.2 | -13.2% |
| Property Crime | 67.1 | A | 444 | 163.6 | -59.0% |
| Rape | 16.8 | F | 21 | 3.5 | +374.2% |
| Larceny | 67.1 | A | 385 | 116.4 | -42.4% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biddeford | 0 miles | D 165.2 | D 254.4 | Violent: 79.0% higher Property: 279.3% higher |
| Berwick | 0 miles | A 48.2 | A 12.0 | Violent: 47.8% lower Property: 82.1% lower |
| Kennebunkport | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 107.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 59.9% higher |
| North Berwick | 0 miles | B 76.4 | A 57.3 | Violent: 17.1% lower Property: 14.5% lower |
| Ogunquit | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 62.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 7.3% lower |