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Waverley (Dunedin City) Safety Snapshot

Otago, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Waverley (Dunedin City) is 4.53 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 118 within Otago Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in January 2026, April 2026, May 2026.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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87 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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4.5
Regional rank #118 / 12 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▲66.7%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated
  • Burglary 6.0%
    Burglary accounts for 6.0 percent of incidents.
  • Theft 4.0%
    Theft accounts for 4.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 2.0%
    Assault accounts for 2.0 percent of incidents.
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Waverley (Dunedin City) Demographics

2023 Census data

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Demographic data sourced from Stats NZ , licensed under CC BY 4.0

FAQ

  • Is Waverley (Dunedin City) a safe suburb to live in?

    Waverley (Dunedin City) ranks in the top 86 of suburbs in Otago Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Waverley (Dunedin City)?

    The annual crime rate in Waverley (Dunedin City) is 4.53 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Waverley (Dunedin City)

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