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Balclutha South Safety Snapshot

Otago, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Balclutha South is 42.735 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 21 within Otago Region. The overall crime trend in the area has remained the same in recent months with criminal activity peaking in January 2026, March 2026, June 2026.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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37 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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42.7
Regional rank #21 / 110 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▲2.8%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated
  • Theft 65.5%
    Theft accounts for 65.5 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 18.2%
    Assault accounts for 18.2 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 12.7%
    Burglary accounts for 12.7 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 3.6%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 3.6 percent of incidents.
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Balclutha South Demographics

2023 Census data

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Demographic data sourced from Stats NZ , licensed under CC BY 4.0

FAQ

  • Is Balclutha South a safe suburb to live in?

    Balclutha South ranks in the top 15 of suburbs in Otago Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Balclutha South?

    The annual crime rate in Balclutha South is 42.735 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Balclutha South

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