Kensington (Whangarei District) Safety Snapshot

Northland, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Kensington (Whangarei District) is 72.3724 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 19 within Northland Region. The overall crime trend in the area has remained the same in recent months with criminal activity peaking in September 2022, November 2022, March 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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25 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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72.4
Regional rank #19 / 241 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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8.1%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 77.5%
    Theft accounts for 77.5 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 14.7%
    Burglary accounts for 14.7 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 6.3%
    Assault accounts for 6.3 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.8%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.8 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.6%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.6 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.1%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.1 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Kensington (Whangarei District) a safe suburb to live in?

    Kensington (Whangarei District) ranks in the top 18 of suburbs in Northland Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Kensington (Whangarei District)?

    The annual crime rate in Kensington (Whangarei District) is 72.3724 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Kensington (Whangarei District)

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