Is Auckland Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Auckland

Safety rating

Safe
3.6 /5

Women living in Auckland consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.6 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
1.8 /5

Women living in Auckland consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.8 out of 5.

Violence rating

2.9%

On average 2.9% percentage of women in New Zealand have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.

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Crime & Safety Statistics

Based on 16 experiences

Safety rating:

3.6/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.1/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

3.9/5Safe

Crime rate:

1.8/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.7/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.5/5A bit worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.3/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.5/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.3/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.1/5Not at all worried

How safe is Auckland?

Most areas are safe to walk alone during daytime. Crime is mostly limited to retail store theft or car break ins. Mugging and public assaults are very infrequent although there are reports every now and then of youths attacking people on public transport. It is still very low risk. Walking after dark is a bit more of a risk.

Posted: May 7, 2025
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Hana

Hana

Very safe city overall. Just be vigilant when it’s very late at night in but people are generally very friendly and won’t bother you. But will be happy to to help as well. Public transport isn’t very comprehensive but generally bus drivers are nice and willing to help. Walking at night in the city isn’t scary at all, but don’t go in dark alleyways by yourself if you’re not familiar with the area. Otherwise generally very good. Avoid south Auckland areas. Central and north shore are great safe lovely areas.

Posted: March 19, 2025
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Rachael

Rachael

I generally feel quite safe in Auckland, just can be dodgy in some areas. There is a lot of homelessness, along with alcohol and drug abuse in the center, but the outskirts are really nice. There are times when I've felt uncomfortable, but not unsafe.

Posted: March 7, 2025
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Dana

Dana

Auckland is generally safe, but it completely depends on the area. Some places are really not safe at all, even during the day so just do your research. Feel free to message me about where your planning on travelling and I can tell you more about the individual suburbs safety

Posted: February 11, 2025
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It really depends on the area your in but generally, I'd say it's a really safe country!! The only thing is, like any other place in the world, I wouldn't risk walking in the dark alone even if it's considered a really safe place :)) Rich/Safe Areas in Auckland to Least... North Shore & East Auckland ⬇️ West Auckland ⬇️ South Auckland

Posted: January 14, 2025
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Is Auckland worth visiting?

Travel rating

3.5 /5

based on 5 experiences from female travelers

Lina

Lina

New Zealand

Solo travel

Auckland is nice. It's just that they don't have a lot of stuff to see. You're only gonna need a week for the experience. At least that's what it was like for me. Mount Eden is very nice though. The art museum is also very interesting.

Posted: December 27, 2024Experienced: September, 2024
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Dana

Dana

About Me

Hey, I’m Dana, 21 years old, from New Zealand, currently travelling Europe! I have a degree in anthropology and history, so I love learning about other cultures and their history. I love looking at old buildings and experiencing culture, however, I also love nature and hiking. I am a photography and content creator, and am also very creative, play piano, sing etc. looking forward to connecting and meeting cool people!

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Lola

Lola

About Me

Hi! My name is Lola and I'm from New Zealand, I'm going on my first big trip around the world and would love to meet new people! I'm an artist and writer and passionate about sustainability.

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Safety in New Zealand

Frequently asked questions

Is Auckland safe?

Women living in Auckland consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.6 out of 5.

Is Auckland safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Auckland consider walking alone at night to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.1 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Auckland?

Women living in Auckland consider public transport to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.9 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Auckland?

Women living in Auckland consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.8 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Auckland?

Women living in Auckland consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.7 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped in Auckland?

Women living in Auckland consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Auckland?

Women living in Auckland consider the risk of being physically attacked to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.3 out of 5

What is the risk of burglary in Auckland?

Women living in Auckland consider the risk of burglary to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.

What is the risk of being mugged or robbed in Auckland?

Women living in Auckland consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.3 out of 5

What is the risk of being kidnapped or murdered in Auckland?

Women living in Auckland consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.1 out of 5