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Charleston (Christchurch City) Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Charleston (Christchurch City) is 58.7459 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 87 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in July 2024, August 2024, December 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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22 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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58.7
Regional rank #87 / 89 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▲57.1%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 57.1%
    Theft accounts for 57.1 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 32.1%
    Burglary accounts for 32.1 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 8.3%
    Assault accounts for 8.3 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 2.2%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 2.2 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.3%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.3 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Charleston (Christchurch City) a safe suburb to live in?

    Charleston (Christchurch City) ranks in the top 26 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Charleston (Christchurch City)?

    The annual crime rate in Charleston (Christchurch City) is 58.7459 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Charleston (Christchurch City)

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