Fitzroy (New Plymouth District) Safety Snapshot

Taranaki, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Fitzroy (New Plymouth District) is 35.6633 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 14 within Taranaki Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in January 2022, December 2022, January 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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38 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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35.7
Regional rank #14 / 75 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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50%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 54.2%
    Theft accounts for 54.2 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 29.6%
    Burglary accounts for 29.6 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 13.8%
    Assault accounts for 13.8 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.7%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.7 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.7%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.7 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Fitzroy (New Plymouth District) a safe suburb to live in?

    Fitzroy (New Plymouth District) ranks in the top 21 of suburbs in Taranaki Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Fitzroy (New Plymouth District)?

    The annual crime rate in Fitzroy (New Plymouth District) is 35.6633 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Fitzroy (New Plymouth District)

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