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Is Waianae safe? 🇺🇸
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Waianae 🇺🇸
United States · Assessed 29 October 2026
74
/ 100
What drives this score
Crime67/100FairCrime index 49.2 / 100
Sentiment63/100FairMixed
Advisories85Good
Stability72Good
Health81Good
01 · Official Guidance
Advisories
Good
No advisory against travel
“This travel advice also covers American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and United States Virgin Islands. Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe.”
Updated 2026-10-07T10:48:24Z
Full advisory →Exercise normal security precautions
“Canada's official risk level for United States: exercise normal security precautions.”
Updated 2026-10-15T08:53:58.290000-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Crime
Fair
Mugging & robbery risk
Moderate risk
62
City SignalCity Web Research
Pickpocketing & theft risk
Moderate risk
78
City SignalCity Web Research
Visitor safety sentiment
55 / 100 (Mixed)
55
City SignalCity Web Research
Urban scale factor
13k residents
94
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
5.8 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Switzerland0.6World avg5.2United States5.8Brazil19.3South Africa43.7
62
Robbery / mugging
ModerateWhile violent crime against tourists is uncommon in major US tourist areas, the dossier indicates specific incidents of armed carjacking and violent assaults in Waianae.
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing and opportunistic theft are risks in crowded areas across the US, and while not specifically highlighted for Waianae, general caution is advised.
03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
04 · Institutions
Stability
Good
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Moderate
Traveller sentiment score
Mixed
63/100
Reported feel55Mixed
Robbery risk62Moderate risk
Pickpocket risk78Moderate risk
Some sources suggest Waianae is considered 'very safe' based on crime rates per capita, while others highlight it has a higher crime rate than the national average and specific concerns like motor vehicle theft.
Waianae presents a moderate safety risk for travelers, requiring increased caution.
While the United States generally has good safety indicators, Waianae shows a higher crime rate than the national average, with particular concerns regarding motor vehicle theft. Travelers should be aware of the local crime context and exercise vigilance.
Recent developments
- Aug 2026Suspects arrested in connection with child torture.— KHON2
- Jul 2026Teen charged with machete carjacking that ended in a crash.— Hawaii News Now
- May 2026Man faces federal charges in connection to violent armed carjacking.— Hawaii News Now
- Sep 2024Lawmakers push for community safety efforts.— Honolulu Civil Beat
Common scams
- Opportunistic theft in crowded tourist zones
- Pickpocketing and bag-snatching in busy areas
Full briefing
Waianae presents a moderate safety risk, with specific concerns highlighted by recent incidents and crime statistics. While the broader United States has generally favorable safety indicators, Waianae's crime rate is noted as being above the national average, particularly concerning motor vehicle theft.
Recent reports from May, July, and August 2026 detail serious incidents including violent armed carjacking, a machete-involved carjacking leading to a crash, and arrests related to child torture. These events underscore the need for heightened awareness. Some sources also indicate that Waianae has a higher overall crime rate than many major U.S. cities.
Travelers should exercise increased caution, avoid displaying wealth, and remain aware of their surroundings, especially after dark. While pickpocketing is a general risk in crowded tourist areas across the US, the primary safety concerns in Waianae appear to be more serious property and violent crimes. It is advisable to secure vehicles and not leave valuables visible.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 5 Waianae districts for visitors, 5 needing caution. See them plotted on the Waianae safety map.
Waianae CentralcautionModerate crime rates, including vehicle theft, warrant caution, especially after dark.
NanakulicautionSimilar to Waianae Central, with moderate crime rates and a need for general awareness.
MailicautionCrime rates are comparable to surrounding areas, advising vigilance.
MakahacautionWhile known for natural beauty, it shares the moderate crime concerns of the region.
KalaeloacautionThis area also experiences moderate crime rates, requiring standard precautions.
07 · After Dark
Is Waianae safe at night?
60% of people in United States say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2023).
While violent crime against tourists is uncommon in major US tourist areas, the dossier indicates specific incidents of armed carjacking and violent assaults in Waianae.
After dark, be most careful around Waianae Central, Nanakuli, Maili, Makaha. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Waianae safety FAQ (2026)
Is Waianae safe right now (2026)?
Waianae presents a moderate safety risk for travelers, requiring increased caution. While the United States generally has good safety indicators, Waianae shows a higher crime rate than the national average, with particular concerns regarding motor vehicle theft. Travelers should be aware of the local crime context and exercise vigilance. (Assessed 29 October 2026.)
Is Waianae safe for women, families and solo travelers?
Safety is not one number, and this Waianae report does not pretend it is: the score is re-weighted for who is travelling. A woman travelling alone, a family with children and a solo backpacker face different street-level risks, so the headline score shifts and the report leads with the findings that matter for that group. Personalize this report in one click to see the 2026 score and safety briefing for your specific travellers.
Which areas of Waianae should tourists avoid?
No districts were flagged as no-go areas for visitors at the last assessment.
What are the most common scams in Waianae (2026)?
- Opportunistic theft in crowded tourist zones
- Pickpocketing and bag-snatching in busy areas
How does Waianae compare with other places in United States (2026)?
Waianae ranks #9 of 9 United States destinations we've assessed, scoring 74/100. See the United States safety overview for the full list.
How is this waianae safety score calculated (2026)?
The score blends 12+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, FBI crime data for U.S. cities, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry the bulk of the weight (and U.S. reports lean more on the latest field research); the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries the rest. Full methodology.
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