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Burnside West Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Burnside West is 107.981 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 48 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in October 2022, December 2022, May 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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18 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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108
Regional rank #48 / 115 (Top 50%)
3-Month Trend
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▼30.8%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 68.3%
    Theft accounts for 68.3 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 27.6%
    Burglary accounts for 27.6 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 2.3%
    Assault accounts for 2.3 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.9%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.9 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.9%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.9 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Burnside West a safe suburb to live in?

    Burnside West ranks in the top 15 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Burnside West?

    The annual crime rate in Burnside West is 107.981 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Burnside West

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