Grey Lynn East Safety Snapshot

Auckland, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Grey Lynn East is 262.626 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 42 within Auckland. The overall crime trend in the area has remained the same in recent months with criminal activity peaking in November 2022, December 2022, May 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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6 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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262.6
Regional rank #42 / 468 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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5.5%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 78.1%
    Theft accounts for 78.1 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 13.6%
    Burglary accounts for 13.6 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 6.7%
    Assault accounts for 6.7 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.9%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.9 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 Grey Lynn East a safe suburb to live in?

    Grey Lynn East ranks in the top 7 of suburbs in Auckland for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Grey Lynn East?

    The annual crime rate in Grey Lynn East is 262.626 per 1,000 residents.

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