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Pioneer West Safety Snapshot

Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Pioneer West is 11.3636 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 135 within Manawatū-Whanganui Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in December 2021, April 2022, February 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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34 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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11.4
Regional rank #135 / 3 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼25%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 9.0%
    Theft accounts for 9.0 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 4.0%
    Burglary accounts for 4.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 2.0%
    Assault accounts for 2.0 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 Pioneer West a safe suburb to live in?

    Pioneer West ranks in the top 94 of suburbs in Manawatū-Whanganui Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Pioneer West?

    The annual crime rate in Pioneer West is 11.3636 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Pioneer West

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