Taranaki, New Zealand
Police data to August 2026
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Is Ferndale safe? Yes. Ferndale has a safety score of 100/100, meaning less recorded crime harm per resident than about 100% of New Zealand suburbs, with 4.1 recorded crimes per 1,000 residents a year. It is the #2 safest of 61 ranked suburbs in Taranaki.
The annual total crime rate in Ferndale is 4.1 crimes per thousand residents, making it the #2 safest of 61 ranked suburbs in Taranaki Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in March 2026, April 2026, June 2026.
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Population
981
Households
366
Median income
$106,895
Median rent
$452
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Is Ferndale a safe suburb to live in?
Ferndale has a safety score of 100/100, making it the #2 safest of 61 ranked suburbs in Taranaki Region. 100% of recorded crime is property crime (theft, burglary, fraud or damage).
What is the crime rate in Ferndale?
The annual crime rate in Ferndale is 4.1 recorded crimes per 1,000 residents.
