Awapuni South Safety Snapshot

Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Awapuni South is 43.5556 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 43 within Manawatū-Whanganui Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in January 2025, March 2025, May 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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31 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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43.6
Regional rank #43 / 147 (Top 50%)
3-Month Trend
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14.3%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 62.2%
    Theft accounts for 62.2 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 28.1%
    Burglary accounts for 28.1 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 6.6%
    Assault accounts for 6.6 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 2.1%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 2.1 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.1%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.1 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Awapuni South a safe suburb to live in?

    Awapuni South ranks in the top 30 of suburbs in Manawatū-Whanganui Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Awapuni South?

    The annual crime rate in Awapuni South is 43.5556 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Awapuni South

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