Grey Lynn West Safety Snapshot

Auckland, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Grey Lynn West is 55.0298 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 173 within Auckland. The overall crime trend in the area has remained the same in recent months with criminal activity peaking in October 2022, November 2022, January 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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20 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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55
Regional rank #173 / 157 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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7.9%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 57.8%
    Theft accounts for 57.8 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 32.7%
    Burglary accounts for 32.7 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 7.2%
    Assault accounts for 7.2 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.4%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.4 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.8%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.8 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.2%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.2 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Grey Lynn West a safe suburb to live in?

    Grey Lynn West ranks in the top 27 of suburbs in Auckland for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Grey Lynn West?

    The annual crime rate in Grey Lynn West is 55.0298 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Grey Lynn West

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