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Waikanae Beach Safety Snapshot

Wellington, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Waikanae Beach is 19.1643 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 146 within Wellington Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in January 2022, May 2024, July 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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73 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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19.2
Regional rank #146 / 61 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼12.5%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 48.6%
    Theft accounts for 48.6 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 42.2%
    Burglary accounts for 42.2 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 6.6%
    Assault accounts for 6.6 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 2.0%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 2.0 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.6%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.6 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Waikanae Beach a safe suburb to live in?

    Waikanae Beach ranks in the top 63 of suburbs in Wellington Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Waikanae Beach?

    The annual crime rate in Waikanae Beach is 19.1643 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Waikanae Beach

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