Waiwhetu South Safety Snapshot

Wellington, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Waiwhetu South is 35.2361 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 87 within Wellington Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in February 2024, November 2024, December 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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38 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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35.2
Regional rank #87 / 100 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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26.1%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 54.8%
    Theft accounts for 54.8 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 31.0%
    Burglary accounts for 31.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 10.4%
    Assault accounts for 10.4 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.7%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.7 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.7%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.7 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.3%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.3 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Waiwhetu South a safe suburb to live in?

    Waiwhetu South ranks in the top 38 of suburbs in Wellington Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Waiwhetu South?

    The annual crime rate in Waiwhetu South is 35.2361 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Waiwhetu South

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