Hilltop (Taupo District) Safety Snapshot

Waikato, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Hilltop (Taupo District) is 19.4872 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 190 within Waikato Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in July 2022, August 2022, February 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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62 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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19.5
Regional rank #190 / 38 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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54.5%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Burglary 36.1%
    Burglary accounts for 36.1 percent of incidents.
  • Theft 35.6%
    Theft accounts for 35.6 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 23.3%
    Assault accounts for 23.3 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 4.4%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 4.4 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.6%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.6 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Hilltop (Taupo District) a safe suburb to live in?

    Hilltop (Taupo District) ranks in the top 74 of suburbs in Waikato Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Hilltop (Taupo District)?

    The annual crime rate in Hilltop (Taupo District) is 19.4872 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Hilltop (Taupo District)

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