Papakura Central Safety Snapshot

Auckland, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Papakura Central is 326.76 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 35 within Auckland. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in March 2024, October 2024, November 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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5 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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326.8
Regional rank #35 / 1,193 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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17.9%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 75.5%
    Theft accounts for 75.5 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 12.9%
    Burglary accounts for 12.9 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 9.5%
    Assault accounts for 9.5 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.2%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.2 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.8%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.8 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.1%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.1 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Papakura Central a safe suburb to live in?

    Papakura Central ranks in the top 6 of suburbs in Auckland for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Papakura Central?

    The annual crime rate in Papakura Central is 326.76 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Papakura Central

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