Police are investigating the death of a woman in the Aucklandsuburb of Avondale early this morning.

Officers were called to a Holly St property just after 1:30am, and found a dead woman inside, Detective Senior Sergeant Scott Armstrong said.

“A scene examination is ongoing this morning, and locals will notice a police presence in the area as we work to determine the circumstances that led to her death.”

A man at the address was helping police with their inquiries, Armstrong said.

“At this time there is not thought to be any risk to the public. More information will be released when we are in a position to do so.”