Greymouth Central Safety Snapshot

West Coast, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Greymouth Central is 210.256 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 1 within West Coast Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in November 2022, August 2023, November 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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7 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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210.3
Regional rank #1 / 205 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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18.7%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 64.4%
    Theft accounts for 64.4 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 19.4%
    Assault accounts for 19.4 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 11.7%
    Burglary accounts for 11.7 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 3.3%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 3.3 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.3%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.3 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Greymouth Central a safe suburb to live in?

    Greymouth Central ranks in the top 3 of suburbs in West Coast Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Greymouth Central?

    The annual crime rate in Greymouth Central is 210.256 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Greymouth Central

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