Taupō Central East Safety Snapshot

Waikato, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Taupō Central East is 21.5974 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 175 within Waikato Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in February 2022, July 2022, July 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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47 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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21.6
Regional rank #175 / 53 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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46.2%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 45.6%
    Theft accounts for 45.6 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 31.4%
    Burglary accounts for 31.4 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 20.4%
    Assault accounts for 20.4 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.8%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.8 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.4%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.4 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.4%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.4 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Taupō Central East a safe suburb to live in?

    Taupō Central East ranks in the top 68 of suburbs in Waikato Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Taupō Central East?

    The annual crime rate in Taupō Central East is 21.5974 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Taupō Central East

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