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Avondale (Christchurch City) Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Avondale (Christchurch City) is 37.674 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 121 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in October 2022, July 2023, November 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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32 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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37.7
Regional rank #121 / 92 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼51.9%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 51.6%
    Theft accounts for 51.6 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 34.2%
    Burglary accounts for 34.2 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 12.9%
    Assault accounts for 12.9 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.6%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.6 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.6%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.6 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Avondale (Christchurch City) a safe suburb to live in?

    Avondale (Christchurch City) ranks in the top 37 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Avondale (Christchurch City)?

    The annual crime rate in Avondale (Christchurch City) is 37.674 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Avondale (Christchurch City)

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