Tawa Central Safety Snapshot

Wellington, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Tawa Central is 61.8673 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 45 within Wellington Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in April 2023, October 2023, May 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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27 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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61.9
Regional rank #45 / 165 (Top 50%)
3-Month Trend
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23.8%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 65.2%
    Theft accounts for 65.2 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 20.3%
    Burglary accounts for 20.3 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 11.3%
    Assault accounts for 11.3 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.8%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.8 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.1%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.1 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 Tawa Central a safe suburb to live in?

    Tawa Central ranks in the top 19 of suburbs in Wellington Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Tawa Central?

    The annual crime rate in Tawa Central is 61.8673 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Tawa Central

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