Royal Oak (Palmerston North City) Safety Snapshot

Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand

The annual total crime rate in Royal Oak (Palmerston North City) is 88.8651 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 24 within Manawatū-Whanganui Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in July 2022, January 2023, January 2025.

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Crimes / 1,000
3-Month Trend

Offence Breakdown

  • Fraud And Related Offences 62.3%
  • Theft 25.6%
  • Assault 10.1%
  • Burglary 1.3%
  • Sexual Offences 0.7%

FAQ

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

    Royal Oak (Palmerston North City) ranks in the top 27 of suburbs in Manawatū-Whanganui Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

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

    The annual crime rate in Royal Oak (Palmerston North City) is 88.8651 per 1,000 residents.

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Royal Oak (Palmerston North City)

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