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Hokowhitu Central Safety Snapshot

Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Hokowhitu Central is 25.7732 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 81 within Manawatū-Whanganui Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in December 2022, April 2023, March 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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46 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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25.8
Regional rank #81 / 60 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼56.5%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 54.1%
    Theft accounts for 54.1 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 40.2%
    Burglary accounts for 40.2 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 4.9%
    Assault accounts for 4.9 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.8%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.8 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Hokowhitu Central a safe suburb to live in?

    Hokowhitu Central ranks in the top 57 of suburbs in Manawatū-Whanganui Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Hokowhitu Central?

    The annual crime rate in Hokowhitu Central is 25.7732 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Hokowhitu Central

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