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Waimā Forest Safety Snapshot

Northland, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Waimā Forest is 31.3943 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 57 within Northland Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in October 2023, May 2024, September 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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61 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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31.4
Regional rank #57 / 34 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▲175%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Burglary 44.2%
    Burglary accounts for 44.2 percent of incidents.
  • Theft 34.2%
    Theft accounts for 34.2 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 20.0%
    Assault accounts for 20.0 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.8%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.8 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.8%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.8 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Waimā Forest a safe suburb to live in?

    Waimā Forest ranks in the top 54 of suburbs in Northland Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Waimā Forest?

    The annual crime rate in Waimā Forest is 31.3943 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Waimā Forest

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