Ōtara West Safety Snapshot

Auckland, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Ōtara West is 38.3509 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 248 within Auckland. The overall crime trend in the area has remained the same in recent months with criminal activity peaking in May 2023, October 2023, May 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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33 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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38.4
Regional rank #248 / 120 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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7.1%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 39.5%
    Theft accounts for 39.5 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 36.6%
    Burglary accounts for 36.6 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 19.8%
    Assault accounts for 19.8 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 2.0%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 2.0 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.7%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.7 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.5%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.5 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Ōtara West a safe suburb to live in?

    Ōtara West ranks in the top 39 of suburbs in Auckland for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Ōtara West?

    The annual crime rate in Ōtara West is 38.3509 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Ōtara West

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