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Is Waimanalo safe? 🇺🇸
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Waimanalo 🇺🇸
United States · Assessed 29 October 2026
74
/ 100
What drives this score
Crime68/100FairCrime index 49.2 / 100
Sentiment65/100FairMixed
Advisories85Good
Stability72Good
Health76Good
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
60 / 100 (Mixed)
60
City SignalCity Web Research
Urban scale factor
5k 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
ModerateRecent incidents of armed robbery and stabbing have occurred in Waimanalo.
Pickpocketing
ModerateAs a popular tourist destination, Waimanalo may attract petty theft and pickpocketing in crowded areas.
03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
04 · Institutions
Stability
Good
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Moderate
Traveller sentiment score
Mixed
65/100
Reported feel60Mixed
Robbery risk62Moderate risk
Pickpocket risk78Moderate risk
While some data suggests a majority feel safe walking alone after dark, older online discussions mention concerns about safety for mainland visitors.
Waimanalo is generally safe for visitors, with crime rates below the national average.
While Waimanalo has a good overall safety grade, crime rates can vary by neighborhood. Travelers should be aware of recent incidents of violent crime and take standard precautions.
Recent developments
- Aug 2026Man hospitalized with serious injuries after Waimanalo stabbing; attempted murder arrest made.— KITV
- Feb 2026Police search for multiple suspects in Waimanalo armed robbery.— Hawaii News Now
- Apr 2026Brown water advisory issued for Oahu and Maui beaches, indicating potential contamination.— USA Today
Common scams
- Overcharging tourists in crowded areas
- Petty theft and pickpocketing in tourist destinations
Full briefing
Waimanalo's crime rate is reported as below the national average, with a safety grade of B+ according to some sources. However, recent incidents highlight a moderate risk of violent crime. In August 2026, a stabbing led to a hospitalization and an arrest, and in February 2026, police were searching for suspects in an armed robbery.
Visitors should be aware that as a popular tourist area, Waimanalo can attract petty theft and pickpocketing, particularly in crowded locations. While official advisories for the United States generally recommend exercising normal security precautions or increased caution, it's prudent to remain vigilant. Older online discussions have noted concerns about safety for visitors from the mainland.
To ensure a safe trip, always be aware of your surroundings, especially in busy areas. Secure your valuables and avoid displaying them unnecessarily. It is also advisable to check local news for any developing situations and to exercise caution if walking alone after dark. Recent advisories have also noted potential water contamination at Oahu beaches, so be mindful of swimming advisories.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 3 Waimanalo districts for visitors: 1 safer, 2 needing caution. See them plotted on the Waimanalo safety map.
Waimanalo (general area)cautionCrime rate is below the national average, but specific concerns like rape are elevated; exercise caution, especially after dark.
Sherwood ForestcautionSite of past protests and arrests, indicating potential for civil unrest.
Waimanalo BeachsaferGenerally considered safe and peaceful, though petty theft can occur.
07 · After Dark
Is Waimanalo safe at night?
60% of people in United States say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2023).
Recent incidents of armed robbery and stabbing have occurred in Waimanalo.
After dark, be most careful around Waimanalo (general area), Sherwood Forest. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Waimanalo safety FAQ (2026)
Is Waimanalo safe right now (2026)?
Waimanalo is generally safe for visitors, with crime rates below the national average. While Waimanalo has a good overall safety grade, crime rates can vary by neighborhood. Travelers should be aware of recent incidents of violent crime and take standard precautions. (Assessed 29 October 2026.)
Is Waimanalo safe for women, families and solo travelers?
Safety is not one number, and this Waimanalo 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 Waimanalo should tourists avoid?
No districts were flagged as no-go areas for visitors at the last assessment.
What are the most common scams in Waimanalo (2026)?
- Overcharging tourists in crowded areas
- Petty theft and pickpocketing in tourist destinations
How does Waimanalo compare with other places in United States (2026)?
Waimanalo 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 waimanalo 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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