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Paraparaumu Beach West Safety Snapshot

Wellington, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Paraparaumu Beach West is 13.8191 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 176 within Wellington Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in September 2021, February 2023, November 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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71 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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13.8
Regional rank #176 / 33 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼50%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 52.3%
    Theft accounts for 52.3 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 21.5%
    Assault accounts for 21.5 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 19.2%
    Burglary accounts for 19.2 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 6.2%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 6.2 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.8%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.8 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Paraparaumu Beach West a safe suburb to live in?

    Paraparaumu Beach West ranks in the top 76 of suburbs in Wellington Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Paraparaumu Beach West?

    The annual crime rate in Paraparaumu Beach West is 13.8191 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Paraparaumu Beach West

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