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Petone East Safety Snapshot

Wellington, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Petone East is 59.1071 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 48 within Wellington Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in March 2023, December 2024, June 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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19 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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59.1
Regional rank #48 / 233 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▲30.4%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 68.1%
    Theft accounts for 68.1 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 23.6%
    Burglary accounts for 23.6 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 6.1%
    Assault accounts for 6.1 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.1%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.1 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.0%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.0 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Petone East a safe suburb to live in?

    Petone East ranks in the top 21 of suburbs in Wellington Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Petone East?

    The annual crime rate in Petone East is 59.1071 per 1,000 residents.

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