Waterford, CA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

Get crime, demographics and other data for any address in Waterford, CA

A-

54%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

50%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

54%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2023 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2024; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Waterford_{/100k people}	California_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	100	n/a (estimate)	1,060	2,834	2,281
Murder	1	n/a	10.6	5.0	5.7
Rape	0	n/a	0.0	36.4	38.0
Robbery	2	n/a	21.2	128.3	66.5
Assault	14	n/a	148.4	338.6	264.1
Violent crime	17	n/a (estimate)	180	508	364
Burglary	11	n/a	116.6	347.4	250.7
Theft	49	n/a	519.3	1,466.0	1,347.2
Vehicle theft	23	n/a	243.7	512.2	318.7
Property crime	83	n/a (estimate)	880	2,326	1,917

An Overview of Crime Rates in Waterford, CA

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Waterford is 57.4% lower than the national average. These crimes fall into two primary categories: violent and property. Violent crimes encompass murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes involve theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In Waterford, there were 20 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 218 per 100,000 individuals, 41.1% lower than the national average. Additionally, there were 71 property crimes, amounting to 773 per 100,000 residents, 60.4% lower than the U.S. average.

In the latest reported crime year, Waterford recorded zero homicides. This statistic potentially positions the city as a paragon of security, radiating a profound sense of safety for its residents. A low number of severe violent crimes instills a deep feeling of well-being among its community but also establishes a lofty benchmark for other locales aspiring to foster equally secure environments.

Is Waterford a Safe Place to Live?

Is Waterford a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, Waterford has a crime rate that is lower than the national average by 57%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.25 daily incidents, encompassing 0.05 violent crimes and 0.19 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Waterford as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Waterford Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in Waterford. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in Waterford has decreased by 10.8%. Violent crimes have decreased by 16.7%, while property crimes have decreased by 9%. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, authorities and communities can identify trends and patterns in criminal activity. This helps in understanding whether crime is increasing, decreasing, or remaining stable over time.

Potential Causes for Crime in Waterford

The economic prosperity of a city's inhabitants exerts substantial influence on crime stats. Elevated poverty rates and income inequality can precipitate heightened criminal activity, as individuals may turn to illicit means to fulfill their fundamental requirements. While lower poverty rates could lead to lower Waterford crime rates. In Waterford, the poverty rate stands at 20.3%, diverging from the national average of 15.1%.

The educational level within a community can have an influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of education are associated with reduced crime rates, as they offer individuals improved employment prospects and alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment tends to correspond with higher crime rates. In Waterford, 58.2% of residents have achieved at least a high school diploma, which differs from the national average of 83%.

In areas where housing affordability is an issue, crime can become a significant concern. Some individuals and families may be forced to live in overcrowded or substandard housing conditions, which can increase stress and potentially contribute to domestic disputes and related crimes. The median home price in Waterford is $271,700, compared to a national average of $184,700.

Waterford crime map

The Waterford crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Waterford as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Waterford crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Waterford crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

See How Much House You Can Afford. Get Pre-Approved Today

Compare Waterford, CA Crime

Crime Quick Facts

Waterford crime rates are 54% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Waterford are 50% lower than the national average
In Waterford you have a 1 in 95 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Waterford is safer than 59% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Waterford has decreased by 6%

Safest Places to Live in and Around Waterford

See all the best places to live around Waterford

Write a review to give others more information about this area.

See all Waterford poll results

The best places in California

Here are the best places to live in California

Safest Cities In The US

These are the largest cities in California

Safest States In The US

Daily Crime In Waterford (per 100,000 people)

The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Waterford for every 100,000 residents. The Waterford total amount of daily crime is 2.67 times less than the California average and 2.15 times less than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Waterford, is 2.82 times less than the California average, and it is 2.02 times less than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Waterford has a daily crime average that is 2.64 times less than the California average and 2.18 times less than the daily national rate.

How Safe is Waterford (higher is better)

What are the odds that you'll be safer in Waterford, California compared to other areas of California, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Waterford safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Waterford is safer than 84% of California cities, and 59% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in California, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than Waterford. At this time, Waterford sees a above average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Waterford

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Waterford is 1 in 556

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Waterford is 1 in 114

The chance of being a victim of crime in Waterford is 1 in 95

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Waterford? If you reside in Waterford, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 556. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 114 change that you will become a victim of a property crime. These sorts of crimes against personal property include: burglary, theft, and auto theft. In total, the likelihood of being victimized by a crime in Waterford, is 1 in 95.

Year Over Year Crime In Waterford (per 100,000 people)

The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Waterford is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Waterford has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have decreased by 32% in Waterford, while property crimes in Waterford have increased by 2%. Total crime has decreased by 6% year over year.

Waterford police department

Item	Waterford	California	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	n/a	51,506	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	n/a	3.6	3.3

Sex offenders in California

State	Total offenders	California_/100K	National_/100K
California	79,891	232	266

There are a total of 79,891 sex offenders in California. This yields a total of 232 sex offenders in California per 100,000 residents which is 13% less than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Del Rio, CA	1,241	71	326	398
East Oakdale, CA	2,370	80	365	445
Hughson, CA	7,545	38	535	573
Rouse, CA	1,684	275	1,261	1,537
Airport, CA	1,276	277	1,267	1,544
Parklawn, CA	1,844	284	1,301	1,585
Escalon, CA	7,553	457	1,224	1,681
Waterford, CA	8,884	180	880	1,060

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Georgetown, SC	8,884	417	1,944	2,361
Airway Heights, WA	8,885	377	4,397	4,775
Port Wentworth, GA	8,886	122	1,325	1,447
Mahomet, IL	8,888	97	348	444
North Kensington, MD	8,879	186	906	1,093
Waterford, CA	8,884	180	880	1,060

Source: The Waterford, CA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2023. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.

Waterford, CA Crime Rates