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Paraparaumu East Safety Snapshot

Wellington, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Paraparaumu East is 69.2982 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 41 within Wellington Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in August 2024, May 2025, June 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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9 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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69.3
Regional rank #41 / 158 (Top 50%)
3-Month Trend
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▲61.3%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 67.3%
    Theft accounts for 67.3 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 19.3%
    Burglary accounts for 19.3 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 11.1%
    Assault accounts for 11.1 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.1%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.1 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.1%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.1 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Paraparaumu East a safe suburb to live in?

    Paraparaumu East ranks in the top 18 of suburbs in Wellington Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Paraparaumu East?

    The annual crime rate in Paraparaumu East is 69.2982 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Paraparaumu East

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