Is Waterside Safe?
Crime statistics for Waterside. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 1,973 total crimes recorded in Waterside
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Waterside — last 12 months
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Safest Areas Near Waterside
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Waterside by safety score
Compare Waterside With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Waterside safe?
Waterside has a CrimeRadar safety score of 11/100, rated High Crime. A total of 1,973 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 18.6% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Waterside are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Waterside in the last 12 months?
1,973 crimes were recorded in Waterside in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 18.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (2,425 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 1,015 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Waterside?
The most common crime in Waterside is Violent Crime, with 1,015 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 51.4% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Waterside increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Waterside is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 18.6% — from 2,425 crimes in the previous 12 months to 1,973 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Waterside?
Waterside has a safety score of 11 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Waterside compare to the Hampshire Constabulary average?
Waterside has a safety score of 11/100, while the Hampshire Constabulary force area average is 18/100. Waterside is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Waterside?
21.1% of crimes recorded in Waterside resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Hampshire Constabulary. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Waterside?
1,015 violent crimes were recorded in Waterside in the last 12 months — representing 51.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 206 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Waterside last updated?
The crime data for Waterside was last updated in March 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Waterside with other areas?
You can compare Waterside with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.