West Mercia Police

Is Broadwaters Safe?

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

Last 36 months: February 2023 – January 2026 2,841 crimes
5 / 100 High Crime

Safety Score !

2,841 Crimes (last 36 months)
33.1% Resolution Rate (last 36m) !
↑7.5% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

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

Crime by Category

Last 36 months — 2,841 total crimes recorded in Broadwaters

Violent Crime
1,164 41%
Anti-Social Behaviour
535 18.8%
Criminal Damage & Arson
241 8.5%
Public Order
191 6.7%
Vehicle Crime
189 6.7%
Other Theft
114 4%
Shoplifting
100 3.5%
Burglary
90 3.2%
Drugs
87 3.1%
Other Crime
51 1.8%
Possession of Weapons
40 1.4%
Robbery
28 1%
Theft from Person
7 0.2%
Bicycle Theft
4 0.1%

Monthly Crime Trend

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Broadwaters safe?

Broadwaters has a CrimeRadar safety score of 5/100, rated High Crime. A total of 888 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 7.5% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Broadwaters are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.

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

888 crimes were recorded in Broadwaters 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 7.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (826 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 1,164 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Broadwaters?

The most common crime in Broadwaters is Violent Crime, with 1,164 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 131.1% 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 Broadwaters increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Broadwaters is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 7.5% — from 826 crimes in the previous 12 months to 888 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 Broadwaters?

Broadwaters has a safety score of 5 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 Broadwaters compare to the West Mercia Police average?

Broadwaters has a safety score of 5/100, while the West Mercia Police force area average is 12/100. Broadwaters 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 Broadwaters?

33.1% of crimes recorded in Broadwaters 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 West Mercia 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 Broadwaters?

1,164 violent crimes were recorded in Broadwaters in the last 12 months — representing 131.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 535 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 Broadwaters last updated?

The crime data for Broadwaters 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 Broadwaters with other areas?

You can compare Broadwaters 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.