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Hillcrest West (Hamilton City) Safety Snapshot

Waikato, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Hillcrest West (Hamilton City) is 56.3999 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 80 within Waikato Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in December 2021, April 2024, May 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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19 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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56.4
Regional rank #80 / 167 (Top 50%)
3-Month Trend
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▼14.3%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 55.3%
    Theft accounts for 55.3 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 32.7%
    Burglary accounts for 32.7 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 6.7%
    Assault accounts for 6.7 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 3.0%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 3.0 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 2.3%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 2.3 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

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

    Hillcrest West (Hamilton City) ranks in the top 31 of suburbs in Waikato Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

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

    The annual crime rate in Hillcrest West (Hamilton City) is 56.3999 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Hillcrest West (Hamilton City)

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