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Bishopdale West Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Bishopdale West is 31.1933 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 143 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in September 2022, January 2024, August 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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43 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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31.2
Regional rank #143 / 86 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼53.8%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Burglary 44.0%
    Burglary accounts for 44.0 percent of incidents.
  • Theft 43.7%
    Theft accounts for 43.7 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 9.1%
    Assault accounts for 9.1 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.7%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.7 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.4%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.4 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Bishopdale West a safe suburb to live in?

    Bishopdale West ranks in the top 43 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Bishopdale West?

    The annual crime rate in Bishopdale West is 31.1933 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Bishopdale West

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