Is Inlet Catlins a safe suburb to live in?

Inlet Catlins ranks in the top 92 of suburbs in Otago Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

What is the crime rate in Inlet Catlins?

The annual crime rate in Inlet Catlins is 0 per 1,000 residents.

Inlet Catlins Safety Snapshot

Otago, New Zealand

Last updated: 21 October 2025 at 5:45 am

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The annual total crime rate in Inlet Catlins is 0 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 127 within Otago Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in November 2021, December 2022, January 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

100 / 100

Crime harm per 1,000 residents

Regional rank not available

3-Month Trend

▲33.3%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.

Burglary 4.0%
Burglary accounts for 4.0 percent of incidents.
Theft 3.0%
Theft accounts for 3.0 percent of incidents.
Sexual Offences 2.0%
Sexual Offences accounts for 2.0 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

Is Inlet Catlins a safe suburb to live in?

Inlet Catlins ranks in the top 92 of suburbs in Otago Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.
What is the crime rate in Inlet Catlins?

The annual crime rate in Inlet Catlins is 0 per 1,000 residents.