Explore New Zealand Crime Rates
Search by suburb or postcode to view crime statistics, safety ratings, and trends across NZ.
Crime in New Zealand – Updated July 2025
CrimeStats.co.nz provides data and analysis on New Zealand crime rates. In the 12 months to July 2025, the national crime rate was 89.2 incidents per 1,000 people across 1503 suburbs. Trends vary by region, with some suburbs reporting higher rates of burglary, theft, and assault.
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Use suburb-level data to explore which parts of New Zealand are the safest. Compare crime rates, year-on-year trends, and types of offences in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and beyond.
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We aggregate data from New Zealand Police crime statistics and calculate crime rates per 1,000 residents using the latest population estimates. Suburb-level data is updated regularly to reflect new reports and trends.
➤ Learn more about our methodologyFrequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in New Zealand?
The national crime rate varies year to year, but currently sits around 89.2 incidents per 1,000 people. Rates differ by region, with urban areas like Auckland reporting higher levels of theft and assault.
How often is CrimeStats.co.nz updated?
We update suburb-level crime data monthly based on official New Zealand Police statistics and public reports.
Which suburbs in New Zealand are the safest?
Many lower-crime suburbs are located outside central metro areas. Use our suburb search or map to explore up-to-date data on safety by postcode or region.
Where does your crime data come from?
Our data is sourced from New Zealand Police reports, open government datasets, and verified local population statistics. We use this to calculate crime rates per 1,000 people.