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Whatawhata West Safety Snapshot

Waikato, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Whatawhata West is 5.55556 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 239 within Waikato Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in October 2021, March 2022, January 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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100 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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5.6
Regional rank #239 / 3 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼40%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Burglary 16.0%
    Burglary accounts for 16.0 percent of incidents.
  • Theft 3.0%
    Theft accounts for 3.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 1.0%
    Assault accounts for 1.0 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.0%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.0 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Whatawhata West a safe suburb to live in?

    Whatawhata West ranks in the top 93 of suburbs in Waikato Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Whatawhata West?

    The annual crime rate in Whatawhata West is 5.55556 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Whatawhata West

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