Crime Safety Grade

A+

Falmouth, ME Crime Rate

Higher crime than 100% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

Is Falmouth Safe?

With an overall crime index of 199, Falmouth has a 99% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 333. 100% of Falmouth neighborhoods are rated A or B for safety, while 0% have high crime rates.

Crime Index Comparison

Falmouth
199
Maine Avg
124
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
199
99% above average
Violent Crime
75
25% below average
Property Crime
68
32% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Falmouth

1 in 333

Property crime: 1 in 368

Where Is It Safe in Falmouth?

Falmouth Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 99% above avg
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 98% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 25 ▼ 75%
Assault Violent 199 ▲ 99%
Robbery Violent 2 ▼ 98%
Burglary Property 197 ▲ 97%
Larceny / Theft Property 6 ▼ 94%
Vehicle Theft Property 2 ▼ 98%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Falmouth Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 House Island A+ 199
2 Little Diamond Island A+ 199
3 Great Diamond Island A+ 199

Falmouth Crime by Zip Code

Falmouth Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
12,262
Median Income
$121,389
Home Value
$463,274
Median Rent
$1,581
Home Ownership
85%

Racial Demographics

White
93.9%
Black
0.7%
Hispanic
1.5%
Asian
2.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Falmouth?
Falmouth has an overall crime index of 199, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Falmouth are rated A or B for safety.
Is Falmouth safe to live in?
Falmouth has a crime safety grade of A+. Very low or no crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Falmouth?
The safest neighborhoods in Falmouth based on crime data include House Island, Little Diamond Island, and Great Diamond Island. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Falmouth crime compare to the national average?
Falmouth's overall crime index is 199 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 99% higher than the typical US city.

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