Vivian West Safety Snapshot

Wellington, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Vivian West is 84.666 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 31 within Wellington Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in May 2022, December 2023, March 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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13 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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84.7
Regional rank #31 / 270 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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30.8%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 69.1%
    Theft accounts for 69.1 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 16.5%
    Burglary accounts for 16.5 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 11.2%
    Assault accounts for 11.2 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.7%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.7 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.5%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.5 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.1%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.1 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Vivian West a safe suburb to live in?

    Vivian West ranks in the top 13 of suburbs in Wellington Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Vivian West?

    The annual crime rate in Vivian West is 84.666 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Vivian West

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