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Petone Esplanade Safety Snapshot

Wellington, New Zealand

The annual total crime rate in Petone Esplanade is 98.4053 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 31 within Wellington Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in November 2022, March 2023, April 2025.

Safety Score
Crimes / 1,000
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3-Month Trend

Offence Breakdown

  • Theft 63.3%
  • Burglary 21.7%
  • Assault 12.1%
  • Sexual Offences 1.4%
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.3%
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.2%

FAQ

  • Is Petone Esplanade a safe suburb to live in?

    Petone Esplanade ranks in the top 19 of suburbs in Wellington Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Petone Esplanade?

    The annual crime rate in Petone Esplanade is 98.4053 per 1,000 residents.

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