Westbrook, ME Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Westbrook Police Department serves the city of Westbrook, ME in Cumberland County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 943 violent crimes and 1,112 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 62.6 per 100k residents, which is 41.0% below the national average. Property crime averages 62.6 per 100k, 61.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 AAnnual Rate62.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents943 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents36 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate9.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents30 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate62.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,112 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate57.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents885 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate4.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents88 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 62.6 | A | 943 | 106.2 | -41.0% |
| Property Crime | 62.6 | A | 1112 | 163.6 | -61.7% |
| Rape | 4.8 | D | 36 | 3.5 | +36.3% |
| Robbery | 9.6 | F | 30 | 5.8 | +65.7% |
| Larceny | 57.8 | A | 885 | 116.4 | -50.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4.8 | A | 88 | 22.2 | -78.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gorham | 4 miles | A 28.6 | A 17.1 | Violent: 54.4% lower Property: 72.6% lower |
| Portland | 5 miles | B 95.0 | C 162.3 | Violent: 51.7% higher Property: 159.1% higher |
| South Portland | 6 miles | A 66.0 | A 62.4 | Violent: 5.4% higher Property: 0.4% lower |
| Windham | 7 miles | A 5.1 | A 102.8 | Violent: 91.8% lower Property: 64.1% higher |
| Cape Elizabeth | 9 miles | A 10.4 | A 10.4 | Violent: 83.4% lower Property: 83.4% lower |