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Addington West Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Addington West is 65.7842 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 78 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in November 2022, February 2024, May 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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26 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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65.8
Regional rank #78 / 164 (Top 50%)
3-Month Trend
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▲48.1%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 83.8%
    Theft accounts for 83.8 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 10.1%
    Burglary accounts for 10.1 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 4.3%
    Assault accounts for 4.3 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.5%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.5 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.3%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.3 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Addington West a safe suburb to live in?

    Addington West ranks in the top 24 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Addington West?

    The annual crime rate in Addington West is 65.7842 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Addington West

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