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Forrest Hill West Safety Snapshot

Auckland, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Forrest Hill West is 19.5787 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 420 within Auckland. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in July 2022, November 2022, May 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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59 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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19.6
Regional rank #420 / 79 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▲172.7%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 57.3%
    Theft accounts for 57.3 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 33.4%
    Burglary accounts for 33.4 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 7.3%
    Assault accounts for 7.3 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.3%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.3 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.7%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.7 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Forrest Hill West a safe suburb to live in?

    Forrest Hill West ranks in the top 66 of suburbs in Auckland for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Forrest Hill West?

    The annual crime rate in Forrest Hill West is 19.5787 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Forrest Hill West

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