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Burwood South Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Burwood South is 17.2463 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 224 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in February 2022, March 2023, April 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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59 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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17.2
Regional rank #224 / 61 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼10.5%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 47.9%
    Theft accounts for 47.9 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 39.2%
    Burglary accounts for 39.2 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 10.4%
    Assault accounts for 10.4 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.4%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.4 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.1%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.1 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Burwood South a safe suburb to live in?

    Burwood South ranks in the top 68 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Burwood South?

    The annual crime rate in Burwood South is 17.2463 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Burwood South

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