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Balclutha North Safety Snapshot

Otago, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Balclutha North is 9.37317 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 86 within Otago Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in May 2023, June 2023, July 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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84 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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9.4
Regional rank #86 / 16 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▲50%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Burglary 25.0%
    Burglary accounts for 25.0 percent of incidents.
  • Theft 24.0%
    Theft accounts for 24.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 14.0%
    Assault accounts for 14.0 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 2.0%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 2.0 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 2.0%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 2.0 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Balclutha North a safe suburb to live in?

    Balclutha North ranks in the top 62 of suburbs in Otago Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Balclutha North?

    The annual crime rate in Balclutha North is 9.37317 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Balclutha North

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