Lake Cameron Safety Snapshot

Waikato, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Lake Cameron is 24.4399 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 162 within Waikato Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in March 2022, January 2023, June 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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56 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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24.4
Regional rank #162 / 36 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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66.7%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Burglary 56.4%
    Burglary accounts for 56.4 percent of incidents.
  • Theft 32.3%
    Theft accounts for 32.3 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 9.8%
    Assault accounts for 9.8 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.8%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.8 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.8%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.8 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Lake Cameron a safe suburb to live in?

    Lake Cameron ranks in the top 63 of suburbs in Waikato Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Lake Cameron?

    The annual crime rate in Lake Cameron is 24.4399 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Lake Cameron

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