400,000 estimated burglaries in NZ over 4 years, with 10% of areas reporting 10+ burglaries, accounting for 40% of all reported residential burglaries.

400,000 estimated burglaries in NZ over 4 years, with 10% of areas reporting 10+ burglaries, accounting for 40% of all reported residential burglaries. However, only 43% are reported to the police. Car theft, burglary, and vandalism are the most common crimes, with poverty, unemployment, and drug abuse cited as primary causes. A majority of New Zealanders have high confidence in their police force.

July 07, 2024
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