Is Norsewood a safe suburb to live in?

Norsewood ranks in the top 55 of suburbs in Manawatū-Whanganui Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

What is the crime rate in Norsewood?

The annual crime rate in Norsewood is 25.9192 per 1,000 residents.

Norsewood Safety Snapshot

Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand

Last updated: 21 October 2025 at 5:45 am

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The annual total crime rate in Norsewood is 25.9192 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 79 within Manawatū-Whanganui Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in December 2021, August 2024, September 2024.

Safety Score

Crimes / 1,000

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3-Month Trend

Offence Breakdown

Burglary 52.3%
Theft 33.1%
Assault 8.5%
Sexual Offences 3.1%
Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 3.1%

FAQ

Is Norsewood a safe suburb to live in?

Norsewood ranks in the top 55 of suburbs in Manawatū-Whanganui Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.
What is the crime rate in Norsewood?

The annual crime rate in Norsewood is 25.9192 per 1,000 residents.