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Akaroa Harbour Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Akaroa Harbour is 9.91326 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 269 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in May 2022, October 2023, February 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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38 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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9.9
Regional rank #269 / 8 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▲40%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Burglary 21.0%
    Burglary accounts for 21.0 percent of incidents.
  • Theft 13.0%
    Theft accounts for 13.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 4.0%
    Assault accounts for 4.0 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 3.0%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 3.0 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Akaroa Harbour a safe suburb to live in?

    Akaroa Harbour ranks in the top 81 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Akaroa Harbour?

    The annual crime rate in Akaroa Harbour is 9.91326 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Akaroa Harbour

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