The small town of Watergate, FL may seem idyllic from the outside, but it has been plagued with crime in recent years. According to the latest statistics, the violent crime rate in Watergate is significantly higher than the national average at 28.3, compared to the US average of 22.7. This means that residents of Watergate are at a higher risk of experiencing violence in their community. Property crime is also a major issue, with a rate of 51.2, which is significantly higher than the national average of 35.4. This means that residents in Watergate are more likely to have their homes or belongings stolen or damaged. These alarming statistics highlight the pressing need for law enforcement to address and combat crime in Watergate, and for the community to come together to create a safer and more secure environment for its residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Watergate violent crime is 28.3. (The US average is 22.7)
Watergate property crime is 51.2. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Watergate, Florida does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Hillsboro Beach, Florida. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Hillsboro Beach, Florida. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.