Moving from South Portland, ME to Westbrook, ME?
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Is South Portland or Westbrook Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Westbrook is safer than South Portland (Safety Score 63/100 vs 59/100), with a total crime rate of 1,330 per 100,000 versus 1,433 for South Portland — 7% lower. South Portland has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where South Portland has a 100% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than South Portland, ME?
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Westbrook — 5-Year Trend
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South Portland, ME
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | South Portland | Westbrook | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,433.3 | 1,329.6 | +103.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 63.1 | 174.7 | -111.6 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 4.9 | -4.9 |
| Rape Rate | 7.4 | 34.0 | -26.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 18.6 | 34.0 | -15.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 37.1 | 101.9 | -64.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,370.2 | 1,154.9 | +215.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 81.7 | 116.5 | -34.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,173.4 | 936.5 | +236.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 115.1 | 101.9 | +13.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from South Portland, ME to Westbrook, ME?
The Moving Checklist Planner turns your move-in date into a dated checklist, packing inventory and budget — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is South Portland or Westbrook safer?
Westbrook is safer with a total crime rate of 1,330 per 100K vs 1,433 for South Portland — a 7% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
South Portland has a violent crime rate of 63.1 per 100K while Westbrook has 174.7. South Portland has lower violent crime.
About South Portland, ME
South Portland, Maine, a coastal city across the harbor from Portland, is home to Bug Light Park, a popular spot for its picturesque lighthouse. Its population of over 26,000 residents reflects a mix of residential areas and commercial districts. With a safety score of 59/100 and a population coverage of 26,931, South Portland has a total crime rate of 1,433.3 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.