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Mākara-Ohariu Safety Snapshot

Wellington, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Mākara-Ohariu is 13.6268 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 178 within Wellington Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in May 2022, August 2022, April 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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66 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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13.6
Regional rank #178 / 13 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▲60%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Burglary 39.0%
    Burglary accounts for 39.0 percent of incidents.
  • Theft 27.0%
    Theft accounts for 27.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 6.0%
    Assault accounts for 6.0 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 3.0%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 3.0 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Mākara-Ohariu a safe suburb to live in?

    Mākara-Ohariu ranks in the top 77 of suburbs in Wellington Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Mākara-Ohariu?

    The annual crime rate in Mākara-Ohariu is 13.6268 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Mākara-Ohariu

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