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Bell Block West Safety Snapshot

Taranaki, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Bell Block West is 9.00901 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 53 within Taranaki Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in October 2021, January 2023, February 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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87 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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9
Regional rank #53 / 31 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼11.1%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 42.6%
    Theft accounts for 42.6 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 30.7%
    Burglary accounts for 30.7 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 21.0%
    Assault accounts for 21.0 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 3.4%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 3.4 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 2.3%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 2.3 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Bell Block West a safe suburb to live in?

    Bell Block West ranks in the top 80 of suburbs in Taranaki Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Bell Block West?

    The annual crime rate in Bell Block West is 9.00901 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Bell Block West

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