Auckland University researchers have identified links between more Airbnbs in neighbourhoods and higher crime-rates. 

The findings —which use Auckland region census data— show it leads to lower house prices. 

It highlights how Airbnbs replace long-term owner occupiers with short term occupants, which can erode the anti-crime capability of the community. 

Higher density neighbourhoods —like those with apartments— are more affected than areas with single family houses. 

Nice Place Property Management Director, Keith Powell, told Mike Hosking that it's hard to pinpoint. 

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