Masterton Central Safety Snapshot

Wellington, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Masterton Central is 946.86 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 6 within Wellington Region. The overall crime trend in the area has remained the same in recent months with criminal activity peaking in May 2022, July 2022, March 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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5 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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946.9
Regional rank #6 / 588 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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6.5%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 80.4%
    Theft accounts for 80.4 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 10.0%
    Assault accounts for 10.0 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 8.2%
    Burglary accounts for 8.2 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.8%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.8 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.5%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.5 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 Masterton Central a safe suburb to live in?

    Masterton Central ranks in the top 3 of suburbs in Wellington Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Masterton Central?

    The annual crime rate in Masterton Central is 946.86 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Masterton Central

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