Suffolk Safety Snapshot

Nelson, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Suffolk is 73.6961 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 6 within Nelson Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in April 2023, December 2024, January 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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23 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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73.7
Regional rank #6 / 195 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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15.1%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 73.7%
    Theft accounts for 73.7 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 14.6%
    Burglary accounts for 14.6 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 9.6%
    Assault accounts for 9.6 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.3%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.3 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.6%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.6 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.3%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.3 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Suffolk a safe suburb to live in?

    Suffolk ranks in the top 21 of suburbs in Nelson Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Suffolk?

    The annual crime rate in Suffolk is 73.6961 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Suffolk

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