Northland (Wellington City) Safety Snapshot

Wellington, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Northland (Wellington City) is 40.1535 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 66 within Wellington Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in January 2022, December 2022, June 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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58 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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40.2
Regional rank #66 / 136 (Top 50%)
3-Month Trend
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23.5%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 76.5%
    Theft accounts for 76.5 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 20.6%
    Burglary accounts for 20.6 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 2.0%
    Assault accounts for 2.0 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.7%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.7 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.2%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.2 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Northland (Wellington City) a safe suburb to live in?

    Northland (Wellington City) ranks in the top 28 of suburbs in Wellington Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Northland (Wellington City)?

    The annual crime rate in Northland (Wellington City) is 40.1535 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Northland (Wellington City)

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