Otamatea (Kaipara District) Safety Snapshot

Northland, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Otamatea (Kaipara District) is 14.2857 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 84 within Northland Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in January 2023, March 2023, March 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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83 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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14.3
Regional rank #84 / 27 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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62.5%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 42.0%
    Theft accounts for 42.0 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 41.0%
    Burglary accounts for 41.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 13.0%
    Assault accounts for 13.0 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 2.0%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 2.0 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Otamatea (Kaipara District) a safe suburb to live in?

    Otamatea (Kaipara District) ranks in the top 79 of suburbs in Northland Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Otamatea (Kaipara District)?

    The annual crime rate in Otamatea (Kaipara District) is 14.2857 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Otamatea (Kaipara District)

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