Is Kaiwaka a safe suburb to live in?

Kaiwaka ranks in the top 58 of suburbs in Northland Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

What is the crime rate in Kaiwaka?

The annual crime rate in Kaiwaka is 29.2259 per 1,000 residents.

Kaiwaka Safety Snapshot

Northland, New Zealand

Last updated: 21 October 2025 at 5:45 am

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The annual total crime rate in Kaiwaka is 29.2259 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 62 within Northland Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in December 2022, November 2024, January 2025.

Safety Score

Crimes / 1,000

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3-Month Trend

Offence Breakdown

Theft 53.6%
Burglary 33.7%
Assault 10.3%
Sexual Offences 1.5%
Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.8%

FAQ

Is Kaiwaka a safe suburb to live in?

Kaiwaka ranks in the top 58 of suburbs in Northland Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.
What is the crime rate in Kaiwaka?

The annual crime rate in Kaiwaka is 29.2259 per 1,000 residents.