East Cape Safety Snapshot

Gisborne, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in East Cape is 28.1787 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 22 within Gisborne Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in November 2021, June 2023, April 2025.

Safety Score
Crimes / 1,000
3-Month Trend

Offence Breakdown

  • Burglary 42.7%
  • Assault 27.5%
  • Theft 26.7%
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 2.3%
  • Sexual Offences 0.8%

FAQ

  • Is East Cape a safe suburb to live in?

    East Cape ranks in the top 76 of suburbs in Gisborne Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in East Cape?

    The annual crime rate in East Cape is 28.1787 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for East Cape

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