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Matarau Safety Snapshot

Northland, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Matarau is 14.2132 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 85 within Northland Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in January 2023, March 2025, July 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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73 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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14.2
Regional rank #85 / 42 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▲45.5%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Burglary 47.9%
    Burglary accounts for 47.9 percent of incidents.
  • Theft 38.7%
    Theft accounts for 38.7 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 9.2%
    Assault accounts for 9.2 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 3.5%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 3.5 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.7%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.7 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Matarau a safe suburb to live in?

    Matarau ranks in the top 80 of suburbs in Northland Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Matarau?

    The annual crime rate in Matarau is 14.2132 per 1,000 residents.

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