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Island Bay West Safety Snapshot

Wellington, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Island Bay West is 35.3346 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 86 within Wellington Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in April 2022, May 2022, September 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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53 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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35.3
Regional rank #86 / 113 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▲11.5%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 74.2%
    Theft accounts for 74.2 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 18.0%
    Burglary accounts for 18.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 5.4%
    Assault accounts for 5.4 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.7%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.7 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.7%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.7 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Island Bay West a safe suburb to live in?

    Island Bay West ranks in the top 37 of suburbs in Wellington Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Island Bay West?

    The annual crime rate in Island Bay West is 35.3346 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Island Bay West

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