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Gore South Safety Snapshot

Southland, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Gore South is 33.6538 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 11 within Southland Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in October 2021, August 2022, July 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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43 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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33.7
Regional rank #11 / 21 (Bottom 50%)
3-Month Trend
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▲20%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Burglary 34.0%
    Burglary accounts for 34.0 percent of incidents.
  • Theft 23.0%
    Theft accounts for 23.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 8.0%
    Assault accounts for 8.0 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 2.0%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 2.0 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Gore South a safe suburb to live in?

    Gore South ranks in the top 17 of suburbs in Southland Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Gore South?

    The annual crime rate in Gore South is 33.6538 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Gore South

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