Paraparaumu North Safety Snapshot

Wellington, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Paraparaumu North is 7.58214 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 211 within Wellington Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in March 2022, August 2023, May 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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85 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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7.6
Regional rank #211 / 27 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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71.4%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 56.4%
    Theft accounts for 56.4 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 30.9%
    Burglary accounts for 30.9 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 10.0%
    Assault accounts for 10.0 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 2.7%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 2.7 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Paraparaumu North a safe suburb to live in?

    Paraparaumu North ranks in the top 91 of suburbs in Wellington Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Paraparaumu North?

    The annual crime rate in Paraparaumu North is 7.58214 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Paraparaumu North

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