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Kelvin Heights Safety Snapshot

Otago, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Kelvin Heights is 24.055 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 36 within Otago Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in August 2023, June 2024, November 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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44 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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24.1
Regional rank #36 / 28 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼14.3%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 36.0%
    Theft accounts for 36.0 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 29.0%
    Burglary accounts for 29.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 6.0%
    Assault accounts for 6.0 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.0%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.0 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Kelvin Heights a safe suburb to live in?

    Kelvin Heights ranks in the top 26 of suburbs in Otago Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Kelvin Heights?

    The annual crime rate in Kelvin Heights is 24.055 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Kelvin Heights

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