Nelson Central-Trafalgar Safety Snapshot

Nelson, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Nelson Central-Trafalgar is 937.695 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 2 within Nelson Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in May 2023, December 2023, March 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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5 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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937.7
Regional rank #2 / 602 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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17.7%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 79.2%
    Theft accounts for 79.2 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 12.1%
    Assault accounts for 12.1 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 5.7%
    Burglary accounts for 5.7 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.8%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.8 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.1%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.1 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 Nelson Central-Trafalgar a safe suburb to live in?

    Nelson Central-Trafalgar ranks in the top 7 of suburbs in Nelson Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Nelson Central-Trafalgar?

    The annual crime rate in Nelson Central-Trafalgar is 937.695 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Nelson Central-Trafalgar

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