Is there a lot of crime in New Zealand?
We asked people if there is a lot of crime. They answered...
"New Zealand generally has a low crime rate compared to other countries. However, there are still some areas where crime is more prevalent. In recent years, there has been an increase in certain types of crime, such as burglary and drug-related offences. The government is taking steps to address these issues, including increasing police presence in affected areas and introducing tougher sentencing for certain offences," remarked another expat who made the move to New Zealand.
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Is there a lot of crime in New Zealand?
If you live in New Zealand, newcomers to New Zealand would love to hear your answer to this question.
About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
