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Waimumu-Kaiwera Safety Snapshot

Southland, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Waimumu-Kaiwera is 12.9081 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 41 within Southland Region. The overall crime trend in the area has remained the same in recent months with criminal activity peaking in January 2022, February 2023, December 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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80 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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12.9
Regional rank #41 / 17 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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■0%(flat)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Burglary 36.0%
    Burglary accounts for 36.0 percent of incidents.
  • Theft 17.0%
    Theft accounts for 17.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 4.0%
    Assault accounts for 4.0 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.0%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.0 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Waimumu-Kaiwera a safe suburb to live in?

    Waimumu-Kaiwera ranks in the top 64 of suburbs in Southland Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Waimumu-Kaiwera?

    The annual crime rate in Waimumu-Kaiwera is 12.9081 per 1,000 residents.

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