Pukehangi South Safety Snapshot

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Pukehangi South is 37.1257 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 66 within Bay of Plenty Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in September 2023, March 2024, May 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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30 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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37.1
Regional rank #66 / 93 (Bottom 50%)
3-Month Trend
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100%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 48.3%
    Theft accounts for 48.3 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 39.4%
    Burglary accounts for 39.4 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 9.8%
    Assault accounts for 9.8 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.5%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.5 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.9%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.9 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Pukehangi South a safe suburb to live in?

    Pukehangi South ranks in the top 42 of suburbs in Bay of Plenty Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Pukehangi South?

    The annual crime rate in Pukehangi South is 37.1257 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Pukehangi South

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