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Pongakawa Safety Snapshot

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Pongakawa is 37.9278 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 64 within Bay of Plenty Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in January 2022, October 2024, May 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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45 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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37.9
Regional rank #64 / 123 (Bottom 50%)
3-Month Trend
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▲150%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 56.7%
    Theft accounts for 56.7 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 33.7%
    Burglary accounts for 33.7 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 7.4%
    Assault accounts for 7.4 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.3%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.3 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.9%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.9 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Pongakawa a safe suburb to live in?

    Pongakawa ranks in the top 41 of suburbs in Bay of Plenty Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Pongakawa?

    The annual crime rate in Pongakawa is 37.9278 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Pongakawa

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