Paraparaumu Central Safety Snapshot

Wellington, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Paraparaumu Central is 230.73 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 11 within Wellington Region. The overall crime trend in the area has remained the same in recent months with criminal activity peaking in June 2022, April 2024, August 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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8 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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230.7
Regional rank #11 / 904 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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2.7%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 76.9%
    Theft accounts for 76.9 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 12.8%
    Burglary accounts for 12.8 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 8.5%
    Assault accounts for 8.5 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.0%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.0 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.7%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.7 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 Paraparaumu Central a safe suburb to live in?

    Paraparaumu Central ranks in the top 5 of suburbs in Wellington Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Paraparaumu Central?

    The annual crime rate in Paraparaumu Central is 230.73 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Paraparaumu Central

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