Hillcrest East (Hamilton City) Safety Snapshot

Waikato, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Hillcrest East (Hamilton City) is 70.1428 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 56 within Waikato Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in December 2021, February 2022, October 2022.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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16 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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70.1
Regional rank #56 / 226 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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32.4%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 68.9%
    Theft accounts for 68.9 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 21.0%
    Burglary accounts for 21.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 6.6%
    Assault accounts for 6.6 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 2.8%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 2.8 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.7%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.7 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.1%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.1 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Hillcrest East (Hamilton City) a safe suburb to live in?

    Hillcrest East (Hamilton City) ranks in the top 22 of suburbs in Waikato Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Hillcrest East (Hamilton City)?

    The annual crime rate in Hillcrest East (Hamilton City) is 70.1428 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Hillcrest East (Hamilton City)

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