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Waiwhetu North Safety Snapshot

Wellington, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Waiwhetu North is 208.255 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 14 within Wellington Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in December 2022, December 2023, January 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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7 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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208.3
Regional rank #14 / 333 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼18%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 87.8%
    Theft accounts for 87.8 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 7.6%
    Burglary accounts for 7.6 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 3.7%
    Assault accounts for 3.7 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.5%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.5 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 Waiwhetu North a safe suburb to live in?

    Waiwhetu North ranks in the top 6 of suburbs in Wellington Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Waiwhetu North?

    The annual crime rate in Waiwhetu North is 208.255 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Waiwhetu North

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