Fairfield, ME Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Fairfield Police Department serves the city of Fairfield, ME in Somerset County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 502 violent crimes and 537 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 167.7 per 100k residents, which is 57.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 91.5 per 100k, 44.1% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary 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 DAnnual Rate167.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents502 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate91.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents537 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate30.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents93 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate61.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents409 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 167.7 | D | 502 | 106.2 | +57.9% |
| Property Crime | 91.5 | A | 537 | 163.6 | -44.1% |
| Burglary | 30.5 | D | 93 | 24.0 | +26.8% |
| Larceny | 61.0 | A | 409 | 116.4 | -47.6% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dover-Foxcroft | 42 miles | A 43.2 | A 43.2 | Violent: 74.2% lower Property: 52.7% lower |
| Rangeley | 43 miles | B 77.3 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 53.9% lower Property: N/A |
| Carrabassett Valley | 43 miles | D 142.9 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 14.8% lower Property: N/A |
| Dexter | 47 miles | B 78.5 | D 209.3 | Violent: 53.2% lower Property: 128.9% higher |
| Milo | 51 miles | C 124.8 | B 124.8 | Violent: 25.6% lower Property: 36.5% higher |