Cumberland County Crime & Safety

Cumberland County, Maine

Safety Score

44/100

Higher = safer

Safety Rating

Average

Total Crime Rate

1252.9

per 100K population

Crime Statistics

Violent Crime Rate

102.8

per 100K population

National avg 380.7

Property Crime Rate

1150.1

per 100K population

National avg 1954.4

Safety Score

44/100

Higher = safer

State avg 53/100

State Safety Rank

#11

of 16 counties (1 = safest)

Data Story

About Crime & Safety in Cumberland County, Maine

High Safety in Urban Maine

Cumberland County reports a total crime rate of 1,252.9 per 100,000, far below the national average of 2,385.5. A safety score of 98.0 confirms it remains one of the safest metropolitan areas in the country.

Slightly Below State Averages

The county's safety score of 98.0 falls just short of the Maine state average of 98.3. As the state's most populous region, it faces unique challenges that lead to slightly higher crime frequencies than its rural counterparts.

Safer than Nearby Androscoggin

At 1,252.9 crimes per 100,000, Cumberland is significantly safer than neighboring Androscoggin County at 1,655.2. However, it sees more activity than coastal Lincoln County, which sits at just 611.8.

Theft Outpaces Violent Crime

Property crime sits at 1,150.1 per 100,000, dwarfing the violent crime rate of 102.8. Most local law enforcement activity involves responding to non-violent incidents like larceny or motor vehicle theft.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Cumberland County, ME?

Cumberland County has a total crime rate of 1252.9 per 100,000 residents, based on FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data. This includes both violent crimes (102.8 per 100K) and property crimes (1150.1 per 100K).

Is Cumberland County, ME safe?

Cumberland County has a safety score of 44/100, rated "Average". A higher safety score indicates lower crime rates relative to other counties nationwide. It ranks #11 out of 16 counties in Maine for safety (1 = safest).

How does Cumberland County crime compare to the Maine average?

What types of crime are most common in Cumberland County?

How is crime data measured and reported for Cumberland County?

Crime data for Cumberland County comes from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program. Local law enforcement agencies submit data on violent crimes (murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault) and property crimes (burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft) to the FBI. Rates are calculated per 100,000 residents to allow fair comparison between counties of different sizes. The safety score (0-100) is derived from these rates, with higher scores indicating safer counties.

What is being done about crime in Cumberland County?

Cumberland County has a safety score of 44/100, which is below the Maine average of 53/100. Many counties with above-average crime rates invest in community policing, crime prevention programs, neighborhood watch initiatives, and social services aimed at reducing crime over time.