Lower Waitaki Safety Snapshot

Otago, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Lower Waitaki is 7.0922 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 102 within Otago Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in November 2021, January 2022, October 2022.

Safety Score
Crimes / 1,000
3-Month Trend

Offence Breakdown

  • Burglary 45.0%
  • Theft 19.0%
  • Assault 7.0%
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 2.0%
  • Sexual Offences 1.0%

FAQ

  • Is Lower Waitaki a safe suburb to live in?

    Lower Waitaki ranks in the top 74 of suburbs in Otago Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Lower Waitaki?

    The annual crime rate in Lower Waitaki is 7.0922 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Lower Waitaki

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