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Leamington South Safety Snapshot

Waikato, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Leamington South is 33.7675 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 131 within Waikato Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in November 2021, June 2023, November 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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49 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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33.8
Regional rank #131 / 70 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼45.5%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 49.8%
    Theft accounts for 49.8 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 40.3%
    Burglary accounts for 40.3 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 7.1%
    Assault accounts for 7.1 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.9%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.9 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.9%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.9 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Leamington South a safe suburb to live in?

    Leamington South ranks in the top 51 of suburbs in Waikato Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Leamington South?

    The annual crime rate in Leamington South is 33.7675 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Leamington South

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