Palm Beach North Safety Snapshot

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Palm Beach North is 13.876 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 123 within Bay of Plenty Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in September 2021, November 2021, August 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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72 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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13.9
Regional rank #123 / 45 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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20%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 40.7%
    Theft accounts for 40.7 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 38.7%
    Burglary accounts for 38.7 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 14.4%
    Assault accounts for 14.4 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 3.6%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 3.6 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 2.6%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 2.6 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Palm Beach North a safe suburb to live in?

    Palm Beach North ranks in the top 78 of suburbs in Bay of Plenty Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Palm Beach North?

    The annual crime rate in Palm Beach North is 13.876 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Palm Beach North

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