Avalon East Safety Snapshot

Wellington, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Avalon East is 63.2395 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 44 within Wellington Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in January 2022, May 2022, January 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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18 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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63.2
Regional rank #44 / 155 (Top 50%)
3-Month Trend
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16.7%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 69.3%
    Theft accounts for 69.3 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 21.0%
    Burglary accounts for 21.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 7.4%
    Assault accounts for 7.4 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.3%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.3 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.8%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.8 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.2%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.2 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Avalon East a safe suburb to live in?

    Avalon East ranks in the top 19 of suburbs in Wellington Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Avalon East?

    The annual crime rate in Avalon East is 63.2395 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Avalon East

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