Thames Valley Police

Is Waddesdon Safe?

Crime statistics for Waddesdon. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 36 months: February 2023 – January 2026 998 crimes
51 / 100 Average

Safety Score !

998 Crimes (last 36 months)
51.4% Resolution Rate (last 36m) !
↑15.6% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.

Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 36 months — 998 total crimes recorded in Waddesdon

Violent Crime
431 43.2%
Other Theft
107 10.7%
Criminal Damage & Arson
98 9.8%
Other Crime
81 8.1%
Public Order
64 6.4%
Anti-Social Behaviour
63 6.3%
Burglary
57 5.7%
Vehicle Crime
54 5.4%
Drugs
18 1.8%
Theft from Person
9 0.9%
Possession of Weapons
7 0.7%
Shoplifting
7 0.7%
Bicycle Theft
2 0.2%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Waddesdon — last 36 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Waddesdon safe?

Waddesdon has a CrimeRadar safety score of 51/100, rated Average. A total of 334 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 15.6% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Waddesdon are broadly in line with the UK average.

How many crimes were recorded in Waddesdon in the last 12 months?

334 crimes were recorded in Waddesdon 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 15.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (289 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 431 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Waddesdon?

The most common crime in Waddesdon is Violent Crime, with 431 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 129% 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 Waddesdon increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Waddesdon is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 15.6% — from 289 crimes in the previous 12 months to 334 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 Waddesdon?

Waddesdon has a safety score of 51 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 Waddesdon compare to the Thames Valley Police average?

Waddesdon has a safety score of 51/100, while the Thames Valley Police force area average is 11/100. Waddesdon 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 Waddesdon?

51.4% of crimes recorded in Waddesdon 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 Thames Valley 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 Waddesdon?

431 violent crimes were recorded in Waddesdon in the last 12 months — representing 129% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 63 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 Waddesdon last updated?

The crime data for Waddesdon was last updated in January 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 Waddesdon with other areas?

You can compare Waddesdon 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.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: January 2026.