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Britannia Safety Snapshot

Nelson, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Britannia is 18.0969 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 14 within Nelson Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in July 2023, April 2025, May 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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61 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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18.1
Regional rank #14 / 31 (Top 50%)
3-Month Trend
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▼30.8%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 42.0%
    Theft accounts for 42.0 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 31.0%
    Burglary accounts for 31.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 7.0%
    Assault accounts for 7.0 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.0%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.0 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.0%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.0 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Britannia a safe suburb to live in?

    Britannia ranks in the top 50 of suburbs in Nelson Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Britannia?

    The annual crime rate in Britannia is 18.0969 per 1,000 residents.

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