Blenheim Central Safety Snapshot

Marlborough, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Blenheim Central is 422.334 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 1 within Marlborough Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in March 2022, March 2025, April 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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5 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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422.3
Regional rank #1 / 503 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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37.1%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 72.8%
    Theft accounts for 72.8 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 13.4%
    Assault accounts for 13.4 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 10.2%
    Burglary accounts for 10.2 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 3.0%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 3.0 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.5%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.5 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.1%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.1 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Blenheim Central a safe suburb to live in?

    Blenheim Central ranks in the top 4 of suburbs in Marlborough Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Blenheim Central?

    The annual crime rate in Blenheim Central is 422.334 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Blenheim Central

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