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Bethlehem Central Safety Snapshot

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Bethlehem Central is 8.51162 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 133 within Bay of Plenty Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in November 2021, March 2022, January 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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89 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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8.5
Regional rank #133 / 37 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▲20%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Burglary 49.7%
    Burglary accounts for 49.7 percent of incidents.
  • Theft 42.9%
    Theft accounts for 42.9 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 5.3%
    Assault accounts for 5.3 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.1%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.1 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 Bethlehem Central a safe suburb to live in?

    Bethlehem Central ranks in the top 85 of suburbs in Bay of Plenty Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Bethlehem Central?

    The annual crime rate in Bethlehem Central is 8.51162 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Bethlehem Central

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