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Palmerston Safety Snapshot

Otago, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Palmerston is 29.4397 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 29 within Otago Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in January 2022, May 2022, May 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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56 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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29.4
Regional rank #29 / 31 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▲66.7%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 47.7%
    Theft accounts for 47.7 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 42.1%
    Burglary accounts for 42.1 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 6.5%
    Assault accounts for 6.5 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.9%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.9 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.9%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.9 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Palmerston a safe suburb to live in?

    Palmerston ranks in the top 21 of suburbs in Otago Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Palmerston?

    The annual crime rate in Palmerston is 29.4397 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Palmerston

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