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Christchurch Central Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Christchurch Central is 4600 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 6 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in May 2023, March 2024, April 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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5 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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4,600
Regional rank #6 / 483 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼37.8%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 58.0%
    Theft accounts for 58.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 27.5%
    Assault accounts for 27.5 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 7.6%
    Burglary accounts for 7.6 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 4.0%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 4.0 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 2.8%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 2.8 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.1%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.1 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Christchurch Central a safe suburb to live in?

    Christchurch Central ranks in the top 2 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Christchurch Central?

    The annual crime rate in Christchurch Central is 4600 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Christchurch Central

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