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Georgetown Safety Snapshot

Southland, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Georgetown is 32.381 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 13 within Southland Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in May 2023, June 2023, November 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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25 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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32.4
Regional rank #13 / 68 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼47.1%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 50.8%
    Theft accounts for 50.8 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 28.3%
    Burglary accounts for 28.3 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 17.3%
    Assault accounts for 17.3 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 2.7%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 2.7 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.8%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.8 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Georgetown a safe suburb to live in?

    Georgetown ranks in the top 20 of suburbs in Southland Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Georgetown?

    The annual crime rate in Georgetown is 32.381 per 1,000 residents.

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