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Wairakei West Safety Snapshot

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Wairakei West is 60.9915 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 39 within Bay of Plenty Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in April 2023, November 2024, March 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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31 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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61
Regional rank #39 / 187 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼10.2%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 47.4%
    Theft accounts for 47.4 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 37.9%
    Burglary accounts for 37.9 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 11.6%
    Assault accounts for 11.6 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.7%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.7 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.4%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.4 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Wairakei West a safe suburb to live in?

    Wairakei West ranks in the top 25 of suburbs in Bay of Plenty Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Wairakei West?

    The annual crime rate in Wairakei West is 60.9915 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Wairakei West

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