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Gore West Safety Snapshot

Southland, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Gore West is 17.3944 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 30 within Southland Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in November 2021, February 2024, April 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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49 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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17.4
Regional rank #30 / 49 (Bottom 50%)
3-Month Trend
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▼23.1%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Burglary 38.6%
    Burglary accounts for 38.6 percent of incidents.
  • Theft 33.0%
    Theft accounts for 33.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 23.3%
    Assault accounts for 23.3 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 3.3%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 3.3 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.9%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.9 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Gore West a safe suburb to live in?

    Gore West ranks in the top 47 of suburbs in Southland Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Gore West?

    The annual crime rate in Gore West is 17.3944 per 1,000 residents.

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