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Wharekaka Safety Snapshot

Gisborne, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Wharekaka is 43.6992 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 12 within Gisborne Region. The overall crime trend in the area has remained the same in recent months with criminal activity peaking in January 2026, May 2026, June 2026.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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40 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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43.7
Regional rank #12 / 86 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▲3.2%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated
  • Theft 42.0%
    Theft accounts for 42.0 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 31.0%
    Burglary accounts for 31.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 13.0%
    Assault accounts for 13.0 percent of incidents.
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Wharekaka Demographics

2023 Census data

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

FAQ

  • Is Wharekaka a safe suburb to live in?

    Wharekaka ranks in the top 41 of suburbs in Gisborne Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Wharekaka?

    The annual crime rate in Wharekaka is 43.6992 per 1,000 residents.

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