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Western Heights (Rotorua District) Safety Snapshot

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Western Heights (Rotorua District) is 44.0705 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 56 within Bay of Plenty Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in December 2022, November 2023, January 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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20 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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44.1
Regional rank #56 / 110 (Bottom 50%)
3-Month Trend
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▼12.9%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Burglary 43.2%
    Burglary accounts for 43.2 percent of incidents.
  • Theft 34.5%
    Theft accounts for 34.5 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 18.6%
    Assault accounts for 18.6 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 2.5%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 2.5 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.0%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.0 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.2%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.2 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Western Heights (Rotorua District) a safe suburb to live in?

    Western Heights (Rotorua District) ranks in the top 36 of suburbs in Bay of Plenty Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Western Heights (Rotorua District)?

    The annual crime rate in Western Heights (Rotorua District) is 44.0705 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Western Heights (Rotorua District)

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