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Shannon Safety Snapshot

Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Shannon is 28.9575 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 72 within Manawatū-Whanganui Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in October 2021, October 2024, February 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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44 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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29
Regional rank #72 / 45 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼14.3%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Burglary 44.2%
    Burglary accounts for 44.2 percent of incidents.
  • Theft 39.6%
    Theft accounts for 39.6 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 13.0%
    Assault accounts for 13.0 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 3.2%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 3.2 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Shannon a safe suburb to live in?

    Shannon ranks in the top 50 of suburbs in Manawatū-Whanganui Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Shannon?

    The annual crime rate in Shannon is 28.9575 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Shannon

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