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Mowhanau Safety Snapshot

Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Mowhanau is 11.5191 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 133 within Manawatū-Whanganui Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in May 2023, February 2024, April 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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87 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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11.5
Regional rank #133 / 16 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▲20%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Burglary 30.0%
    Burglary accounts for 30.0 percent of incidents.
  • Theft 22.0%
    Theft accounts for 22.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 5.0%
    Assault accounts for 5.0 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 2.0%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 2.0 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 2.0%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 2.0 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Mowhanau a safe suburb to live in?

    Mowhanau ranks in the top 93 of suburbs in Manawatū-Whanganui Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Mowhanau?

    The annual crime rate in Mowhanau is 11.5191 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Mowhanau

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