Spotswood Safety Snapshot

Taranaki, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Spotswood is 20.72 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 33 within Taranaki Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in February 2022, March 2022, February 2025.

Safety Score
Crimes / 1,000
3-Month Trend

Offence Breakdown

  • Theft 44.3%
  • Burglary 30.0%
  • Assault 22.1%
  • Sexual Offences 2.3%
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.3%

FAQ

  • Is Spotswood a safe suburb to live in?

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

  • What is the crime rate in Spotswood?

    The annual crime rate in Spotswood is 20.72 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Spotswood

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