Is Widewater Safe?
Crime statistics for Widewater. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 337 total crimes recorded in Widewater
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Widewater — last 12 months
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Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Widewater by safety score
Compare Widewater With Nearby Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Widewater safe?
Widewater has a CrimeRadar safety score of 59/100, rated Average. A total of 337 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 8.4% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Widewater are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Widewater in the last 12 months?
337 crimes were recorded in Widewater 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 8.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (368 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 113 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Widewater?
The most common crime in Widewater is Violent Crime, with 113 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 33.5% 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 Widewater increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Widewater is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 8.4% — from 368 crimes in the previous 12 months to 337 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Widewater?
Widewater has a safety score of 59 out of 100 (Average). 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 Widewater compare to the Sussex Police average?
Widewater has a safety score of 59/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Widewater 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 Widewater?
27.8% of crimes recorded in Widewater 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 Sussex 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 Widewater?
113 violent crimes were recorded in Widewater in the last 12 months — representing 33.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 82 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 Widewater last updated?
The crime data for Widewater was last updated in December 2025. 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 Widewater with other areas?
You can compare Widewater 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.