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Ohangai Safety Snapshot

Taranaki, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Ohangai is 21.6667 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 32 within Taranaki Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in January 2022, March 2022, February 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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71 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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21.7
Regional rank #32 / 13 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▲75%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Burglary 25.0%
    Burglary accounts for 25.0 percent of incidents.
  • Theft 15.0%
    Theft accounts for 15.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 5.0%
    Assault accounts for 5.0 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.0%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.0 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Ohangai a safe suburb to live in?

    Ohangai ranks in the top 48 of suburbs in Taranaki Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Ohangai?

    The annual crime rate in Ohangai is 21.6667 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Ohangai

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