Crime Safety Grade

A+

Scarborough, ME Crime Rate

Lower crime than 55% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Scarborough Safe?

With an overall crime index of 107, Scarborough has a 7% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 313. 100% of Scarborough neighborhoods are rated A or B for safety, while 0% have high crime rates.

Crime Index Comparison

Scarborough
107
Maine Avg
124
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
107
7% above average
Violent Crime
80
20% below average
Property Crime
88
12% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Scarborough

1 in 313

Property crime: 1 in 284

Where Is It Safe in Scarborough?

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Scarborough Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 45% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 64% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 60 ▼ 40%
Assault Violent 145 ▲ 45%
Robbery Violent 36 ▼ 64%
Burglary Property 98 ▼ 2%
Larceny / Theft Property 92 ▼ 8%
Vehicle Theft Property 75 ▼ 25%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Scarborough Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Pine Point A+ 78
2 Higgins Beach A+ 167
3 Piper Shores A+ 167
4 West Scarbourough A+ 56
5 Prouts Neck A+ 69

Scarborough Crime by Zip Code

04074
A+ Index: 54

Scarborough Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
20,568
Median Income
$102,742
Home Value
$381,085
Median Rent
$1,399
Home Ownership
80%

Racial Demographics

White
93%
Black
0.8%
Hispanic
1.5%
Asian
3.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Scarborough?
Scarborough has an overall crime index of 107, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Scarborough are rated A or B for safety.
Is Scarborough safe to live in?
Scarborough 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 Scarborough?
The safest neighborhoods in Scarborough based on crime data include Pine Point, Higgins Beach, Piper Shores, West Scarbourough, and Prouts Neck. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Scarborough crime compare to the national average?
Scarborough's overall crime index is 107 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 7% higher than the typical US city.

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