New Zealand - Number of burglary

58,201 (number) in 2020

In 2020, burglary for New Zealand was 58,201. Though New Zealand burglary fluctuated substantially in recent years, it tended to increase through 2005 - 2020 period ending at 58,201 in 2020.

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What is burglary?

“Burglary” means gaining unauthorised access to a part of a building/dwelling or other premises; including by use of force; with the intent to steal goods (breaking and entering). “Burglary” should include; where possible; theft from a house; appartment or other dwelling place; factory; shop or office; from a military establishment; or by using false keys. It should exclude theft from a car; from a container; from a vending machine; from a parking meter and from fenced meadow/compound. (UN-CTS M4.6)

What is New Zealand burglary?