Riverlands Safety Snapshot

Marlborough, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Riverlands is 42.8305 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 6 within Marlborough Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in November 2021, October 2022, May 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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59 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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42.8
Regional rank #6 / 23 (Top 50%)
3-Month Trend
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25%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 45.0%
    Theft accounts for 45.0 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 22.0%
    Burglary accounts for 22.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 9.0%
    Assault accounts for 9.0 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 2.0%
    Sexual Offences 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 Riverlands a safe suburb to live in?

    Riverlands ranks in the top 22 of suburbs in Marlborough Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Riverlands?

    The annual crime rate in Riverlands is 42.8305 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Riverlands

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