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Whatawhata East Safety Snapshot

Waikato, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Whatawhata East is 6.006 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 243 within Waikato Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in July 2025, May 2026, June 2026.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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92 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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6
Regional rank #243 / 18 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▲166.7%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated
  • Theft 8.0%
    Theft accounts for 8.0 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 7.0%
    Burglary accounts for 7.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 3.0%
    Assault accounts for 3.0 percent of incidents.
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Whatawhata East Demographics

2023 Census data

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

FAQ

  • Is Whatawhata East a safe suburb to live in?

    Whatawhata East ranks in the top 94 of suburbs in Waikato Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Whatawhata East?

    The annual crime rate in Whatawhata East is 6.006 per 1,000 residents.

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