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Kawerau Central Safety Snapshot

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Kawerau Central is 58.8459 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 42 within Bay of Plenty Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in October 2021, March 2023, August 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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15 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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58.8
Regional rank #42 / 155 (Top 50%)
3-Month Trend
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▲36.7%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 64.7%
    Theft accounts for 64.7 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 18.7%
    Burglary accounts for 18.7 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 13.9%
    Assault accounts for 13.9 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.8%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.8 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.9%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.9 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Kawerau Central a safe suburb to live in?

    Kawerau Central ranks in the top 27 of suburbs in Bay of Plenty Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Kawerau Central?

    The annual crime rate in Kawerau Central is 58.8459 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Kawerau Central

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