Roslyn (Palmerston North City) Safety Snapshot

Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Roslyn (Palmerston North City) is 82.9187 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 16 within Manawatū-Whanganui Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in March 2022, February 2023, March 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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16 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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82.9
Regional rank #16 / 200 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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19.6%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 65.1%
    Theft accounts for 65.1 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 21.3%
    Burglary accounts for 21.3 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 11.5%
    Assault accounts for 11.5 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.0%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.0 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.0%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.0 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.1%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.1 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Roslyn (Palmerston North City) a safe suburb to live in?

    Roslyn (Palmerston North City) ranks in the top 11 of suburbs in Manawatū-Whanganui Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Roslyn (Palmerston North City)?

    The annual crime rate in Roslyn (Palmerston North City) is 82.9187 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Roslyn (Palmerston North City)

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