Is Waltham Safe?
Crime statistics for Waltham. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 151 total crimes recorded in Waltham
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Waltham — last 12 months
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Safest Areas Near Waltham
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Waltham by safety score
Compare Waltham With Nearby Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Waltham safe?
Waltham has a CrimeRadar safety score of 79/100, rated Safe. A total of 151 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 41.5% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Waltham is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Waltham in the last 12 months?
151 crimes were recorded in Waltham 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 41.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (258 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 75 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Waltham?
The most common crime in Waltham is Violent Crime, with 75 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 49.7% 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 Waltham increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Waltham is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 41.5% — from 258 crimes in the previous 12 months to 151 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Waltham?
Waltham has a safety score of 79 out of 100 (Safe). 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 Waltham compare to the Humberside Police average?
Waltham has a safety score of 79/100, while the Humberside Police force area average is 22/100. Waltham is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Waltham?
50% of crimes recorded in Waltham 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 Humberside Police. 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 Waltham?
75 violent crimes were recorded in Waltham in the last 12 months — representing 49.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 17 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 Waltham last updated?
The crime data for Waltham was last updated in May 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 Waltham with other areas?
You can compare Waltham 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.