Ngapuna Safety Snapshot

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Ngapuna is 113.043 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 22 within Bay of Plenty Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in November 2021, December 2021, January 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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8 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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113
Regional rank #22 / 39 (Bottom 50%)
3-Month Trend
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37.5%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 83.7%
    Theft accounts for 83.7 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 12.9%
    Burglary accounts for 12.9 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 3.4%
    Assault accounts for 3.4 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Ngapuna a safe suburb to live in?

    Ngapuna ranks in the top 14 of suburbs in Bay of Plenty Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Ngapuna?

    The annual crime rate in Ngapuna is 113.043 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Ngapuna

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