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Newlands East Safety Snapshot

Wellington, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Newlands East is 11.5304 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 188 within Wellington Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in April 2022, May 2022, March 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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84 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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11.5
Regional rank #188 / 33 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼63.6%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 45.9%
    Theft accounts for 45.9 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 40.9%
    Burglary accounts for 40.9 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 6.9%
    Assault accounts for 6.9 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 3.8%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 3.8 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 2.5%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 2.5 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Newlands East a safe suburb to live in?

    Newlands East ranks in the top 81 of suburbs in Wellington Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Newlands East?

    The annual crime rate in Newlands East is 11.5304 per 1,000 residents.

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