Ōtara South West Safety Snapshot

Auckland, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Ōtara South West is 36.8 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 261 within Auckland. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in July 2023, March 2024, May 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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28 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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36.8
Regional rank #261 / 69 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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33.3%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 52.6%
    Theft accounts for 52.6 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 30.5%
    Burglary accounts for 30.5 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 12.9%
    Assault accounts for 12.9 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 2.0%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 2.0 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.6%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.6 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.4%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.4 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Ōtara South West a safe suburb to live in?

    Ōtara South West ranks in the top 41 of suburbs in Auckland for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Ōtara South West?

    The annual crime rate in Ōtara South West is 36.8 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Ōtara South West

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