Howick Central Safety Snapshot

Auckland, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Howick Central is 55.4191 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 170 within Auckland. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in October 2022, February 2023, March 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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30 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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55.4
Regional rank #170 / 203 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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11.6%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 71.7%
    Theft accounts for 71.7 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 19.7%
    Burglary accounts for 19.7 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 6.2%
    Assault accounts for 6.2 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.4%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.4 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.0%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.0 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Howick Central a safe suburb to live in?

    Howick Central ranks in the top 27 of suburbs in Auckland for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Howick Central?

    The annual crime rate in Howick Central is 55.4191 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Howick Central

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