Waterloo East Safety Snapshot

Wellington, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Waterloo East is 25.2182 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 117 within Wellington Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in April 2022, December 2023, April 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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37 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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25.2
Regional rank #117 / 78 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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47.1%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 58.6%
    Theft accounts for 58.6 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 31.2%
    Burglary accounts for 31.2 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 7.2%
    Assault accounts for 7.2 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 2.4%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 2.4 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.3%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.3 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 Waterloo East a safe suburb to live in?

    Waterloo East ranks in the top 50 of suburbs in Wellington Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Waterloo East?

    The annual crime rate in Waterloo East is 25.2182 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Waterloo East

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