Whangaruru Safety Snapshot

Northland, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Whangaruru is 36.9959 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 45 within Northland Region. The overall crime trend in the area has remained the same in recent months with criminal activity peaking in March 2023, August 2023, September 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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45 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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37
Regional rank #45 / 100 (Top 50%)
3-Month Trend
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4.3%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 45.8%
    Theft accounts for 45.8 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 41.5%
    Burglary accounts for 41.5 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 10.6%
    Assault accounts for 10.6 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.9%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.9 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.9%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.9 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 Whangaruru a safe suburb to live in?

    Whangaruru ranks in the top 42 of suburbs in Northland Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Whangaruru?

    The annual crime rate in Whangaruru is 36.9959 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Whangaruru

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