Avalon West Safety Snapshot

Wellington, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Avalon West is 37.9198 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 76 within Wellington Region. The overall crime trend in the area has remained the same in recent months with criminal activity peaking in January 2022, August 2022, January 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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34 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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37.9
Regional rank #76 / 105 (Bottom 50%)
3-Month Trend
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3.8%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 63.2%
    Theft accounts for 63.2 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 23.3%
    Burglary accounts for 23.3 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 9.5%
    Assault accounts for 9.5 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 2.9%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 2.9 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.0%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.0 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 West a safe suburb to live in?

    Avalon West ranks in the top 33 of suburbs in Wellington Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Avalon West?

    The annual crime rate in Avalon West is 37.9198 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Avalon West

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