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Newlands South Safety Snapshot

Wellington, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Newlands South is 19.4859 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 143 within Wellington Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in January 2022, May 2022, August 2022.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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76 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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19.5
Regional rank #143 / 47 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▲120%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 64.7%
    Theft accounts for 64.7 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 26.5%
    Burglary accounts for 26.5 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 7.4%
    Assault accounts for 7.4 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.5%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.5 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Newlands South a safe suburb to live in?

    Newlands South ranks in the top 62 of suburbs in Wellington Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Newlands South?

    The annual crime rate in Newlands South is 19.4859 per 1,000 residents.

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