Ashburton North Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Ashburton North is 20.1225 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 204 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in May 2022, September 2022, July 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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64 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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20.1
Regional rank #204 / 23 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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80%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Burglary 46.4%
    Burglary accounts for 46.4 percent of incidents.
  • Theft 33.6%
    Theft accounts for 33.6 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 15.2%
    Assault accounts for 15.2 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 3.2%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 3.2 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.8%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.8 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.8%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.8 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Ashburton North a safe suburb to live in?

    Ashburton North ranks in the top 62 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Ashburton North?

    The annual crime rate in Ashburton North is 20.1225 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Ashburton North

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