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Waikanae West Safety Snapshot

Wellington, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Waikanae West is 31.0374 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 94 within Wellington Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in August 2022, November 2022, July 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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40 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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31
Regional rank #94 / 146 (Bottom 50%)
3-Month Trend
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▲10.3%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 78.0%
    Theft accounts for 78.0 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 15.5%
    Burglary accounts for 15.5 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 5.0%
    Assault accounts for 5.0 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.2%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.2 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.4%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.4 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Waikanae West a safe suburb to live in?

    Waikanae West ranks in the top 41 of suburbs in Wellington Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Waikanae West?

    The annual crime rate in Waikanae West is 31.0374 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Waikanae West

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