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Waikouaiti Safety Snapshot

Otago, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Waikouaiti is 1.6026 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 124 within Otago Region. The overall crime trend in the area has remained the same in recent months with criminal activity peaking in March 2026, June 2026.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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100 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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1.6
Regional rank #124 / 2 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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■0%(flat)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated
  • Assault 1.0%
    Assault accounts for 1.0 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 1.0%
    Burglary accounts for 1.0 percent of incidents.
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Waikouaiti Demographics

2023 Census data

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Demographic data sourced from Stats NZ , licensed under CC BY 4.0

FAQ

  • Is Waikouaiti a safe suburb to live in?

    Waikouaiti ranks in the top 90 of suburbs in Otago Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Waikouaiti?

    The annual crime rate in Waikouaiti is 1.6026 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Waikouaiti

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