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Balcairn Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Balcairn is 9.74421 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 270 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has remained the same in recent months with criminal activity peaking in May 2024, December 2024, May 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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90 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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9.7
Regional rank #270 / 24 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼10%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 42.0%
    Theft accounts for 42.0 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 34.0%
    Burglary accounts for 34.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 9.0%
    Assault accounts for 9.0 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.0%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.0 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Balcairn a safe suburb to live in?

    Balcairn ranks in the top 82 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Balcairn?

    The annual crime rate in Balcairn is 9.74421 per 1,000 residents.

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