Is Waterfront South Safe?
Crime statistics for Waterfront South. 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 — 3,479 total crimes recorded in Waterfront South
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Waterfront South — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Waterfront South safe?
Waterfront South has a CrimeRadar safety score of 4/100, rated High Crime. A total of 3,479 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 495.7% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Waterfront South are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Waterfront South in the last 12 months?
3,479 crimes were recorded in Waterfront South in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 495.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (584 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 1,051 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Waterfront South?
The most common crime in Waterfront South is Violent Crime, with 1,051 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 30.2% 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 Waterfront South increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Waterfront South is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 495.7% — from 584 crimes in the previous 12 months to 3,479 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Waterfront South?
Waterfront South has a safety score of 4 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 Waterfront South compare to the Merseyside Police average?
Waterfront South has a safety score of 4/100, while the Merseyside Police force area average is 11/100. Waterfront South 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 Waterfront South?
38.3% of crimes recorded in Waterfront South 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 Merseyside 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 Waterfront South?
1,051 violent crimes were recorded in Waterfront South in the last 12 months — representing 30.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 291 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 Waterfront South last updated?
The crime data for Waterfront South 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 Waterfront South with other areas?
You can compare Waterfront South 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.