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Selwyn Heights Safety Snapshot

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Selwyn Heights is 38.4272 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 63 within Bay of Plenty Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in December 2021, February 2024, August 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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19 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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38.4
Regional rank #63 / 43 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼18.2%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 49.7%
    Theft accounts for 49.7 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 33.3%
    Burglary accounts for 33.3 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 14.5%
    Assault accounts for 14.5 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 2.5%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 2.5 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Selwyn Heights a safe suburb to live in?

    Selwyn Heights ranks in the top 40 of suburbs in Bay of Plenty Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Selwyn Heights?

    The annual crime rate in Selwyn Heights is 38.4272 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Selwyn Heights

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