Waikanae Park Safety Snapshot

Wellington, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Waikanae Park is 15.2076 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 170 within Wellington Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in November 2023, December 2023, February 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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71 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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15.2
Regional rank #170 / 37 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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33.3%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 59.1%
    Theft accounts for 59.1 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 32.2%
    Burglary accounts for 32.2 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 3.5%
    Assault accounts for 3.5 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 2.9%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 2.9 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.8%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.8 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.6%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.6 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Waikanae Park a safe suburb to live in?

    Waikanae Park ranks in the top 73 of suburbs in Wellington Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Waikanae Park?

    The annual crime rate in Waikanae Park is 15.2076 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Waikanae Park

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