Kapuni Safety Snapshot

Taranaki, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Kapuni is 21.8579 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 30 within Taranaki Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in April 2023, September 2023, January 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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78 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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21.9
Regional rank #30 / 12 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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20%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Burglary 33.0%
    Burglary accounts for 33.0 percent of incidents.
  • Theft 9.0%
    Theft accounts for 9.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 4.0%
    Assault accounts for 4.0 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Kapuni a safe suburb to live in?

    Kapuni ranks in the top 45 of suburbs in Taranaki Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Kapuni?

    The annual crime rate in Kapuni is 21.8579 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Kapuni

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