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Burwood North Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Burwood North is 30.5556 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 148 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in November 2021, February 2022, March 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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69 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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30.6
Regional rank #148 / 77 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▲100%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 66.0%
    Theft accounts for 66.0 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 25.1%
    Burglary accounts for 25.1 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 6.8%
    Assault accounts for 6.8 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.4%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.4 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.7%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.7 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Burwood North a safe suburb to live in?

    Burwood North ranks in the top 45 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Burwood North?

    The annual crime rate in Burwood North is 30.5556 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Burwood North

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