Presque Isle, ME Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Presque Isle Police Department serves the city of Presque Isle, ME in Aroostook County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 639 violent crimes and 1,052 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 173.8 per 100k residents, which is 63.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 231.8 per 100k, 41.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 3 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 FAnnual Rate173.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents639 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate11.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents26 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate231.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,052 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate23.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents112 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate197.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents891 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate11.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents46 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 173.8 | F | 639 | 106.2 | +63.7% |
| Property Crime | 231.8 | D | 1052 | 163.6 | +41.7% |
| Rape | 11.6 | F | 26 | 3.5 | +227.7% |
| Burglary | 23.2 | C | 112 | 24.0 | -3.5% |
| Larceny | 197.0 | F | 891 | 116.4 | +69.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 11.6 | A | 46 | 22.2 | -47.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caribou | 31 miles | A 40.2 | A 53.6 | Violent: 76.9% lower Property: 76.9% lower |
| Fort Fairfield | 31 miles | D 150.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 13.7% lower Property: N/A |
| Houlton | 31 miles | A 49.4 | B 115.3 | Violent: 71.6% lower Property: 50.3% lower |
| Ashland | 31 miles | F 248.6 | A 82.8 | Violent: 43.0% higher Property: 64.3% lower |
| Fort Kent | 46 miles | A 48.3 | A 72.5 | Violent: 72.2% lower Property: 68.7% lower |