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Springfield South Safety Snapshot

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Springfield South is 32.5203 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 76 within Bay of Plenty Region. The overall crime trend in the area has remained the same in recent months with criminal activity peaking in June 2023, August 2023, November 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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46 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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32.5
Regional rank #76 / 64 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▲7.7%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 50.2%
    Theft accounts for 50.2 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 39.8%
    Burglary accounts for 39.8 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 6.9%
    Assault accounts for 6.9 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.5%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.5 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.5%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.5 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Springfield South a safe suburb to live in?

    Springfield South ranks in the top 48 of suburbs in Bay of Plenty Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Springfield South?

    The annual crime rate in Springfield South is 32.5203 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Springfield South

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