Moving from San Diego, CA to Westbrook, ME?
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Is San Diego or Westbrook Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Westbrook is safer than San Diego (Safety Score 63/100 vs 38/100), with a total crime rate of 1,330 per 100,000 versus 2,082 for San Diego — 36% lower. San Diego has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Westbrook has a 58% lower rate.
Note: San Diego is 67.4x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than San Diego, CA?
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Westbrook — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | San Diego | Westbrook | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,082.4 | 1,329.6 | +752.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 412.4 | 174.7 | +237.7 |
| Murder Rate | 2.5 | 4.9 | -2.3 |
| Rape Rate | 21.4 | 34.0 | -12.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 77.4 | 34.0 | +43.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 310.9 | 101.9 | +209.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,670.0 | 1,154.9 | +515.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 187.4 | 116.5 | +70.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,087.1 | 936.5 | +150.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 395.5 | 101.9 | +293.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from San Diego, CA to Westbrook, ME?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is San Diego or Westbrook safer?
Westbrook is safer with a total crime rate of 1,330 per 100K vs 2,082 for San Diego — a 36% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
San Diego has a violent crime rate of 412.4 per 100K while Westbrook has 174.7. Westbrook has lower violent crime.
About San Diego, CA
San Diego, California, a major port city with a significant Hispanic population, sits on the Pacific Ocean just north of the Mexican border. Known for its mild climate and Balboa Park, it's also home to a large naval presence. With a safety score of 38/100 and a population coverage of 1,389,024, San Diego has a total crime rate of 2,082.4 per 100,000 residents.
About Westbrook, ME
Westbrook, a city on the Presumpscot River, was once a thriving mill town. Its diverse population of over 20,000 residents enjoys proximity to both Portland and Sebago Lake. With a safety score of 63/100 and a population coverage of 20,608, Westbrook has a total crime rate of 1,329.6 per 100,000 residents.