Grey Lynn West Safety Snapshot

Auckland, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Grey Lynn West is 43.1125 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 195 within Auckland. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in February 2026, April 2026, May 2026.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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21 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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43.1
Regional rank #195 / 123 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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20.7%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated
  • Theft 43.1%
    Theft accounts for 43.1 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 39.8%
    Burglary accounts for 39.8 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 13.0%
    Assault accounts for 13.0 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.6%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.6 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.6%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.6 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.8%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.8 percent of incidents.

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Grey Lynn West Demographics

2023 Census data

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Demographic data sourced from Stats NZ , licensed under CC BY 4.0

FAQ

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

    Grey Lynn West ranks in the top 31 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 43.1125 per 1,000 residents.

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