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Christchurch Central-East Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Christchurch Central-East is 49.4763 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 102 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has remained the same in recent months with criminal activity peaking in October 2022, May 2023, July 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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22 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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49.5
Regional rank #102 / 137 (Bottom 50%)
3-Month Trend
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▼2.9%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 69.3%
    Theft accounts for 69.3 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 22.5%
    Burglary accounts for 22.5 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 5.9%
    Assault accounts for 5.9 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.3%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.3 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.0%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.0 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Christchurch Central-East a safe suburb to live in?

    Christchurch Central-East ranks in the top 31 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Christchurch Central-East?

    The annual crime rate in Christchurch Central-East is 49.4763 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Christchurch Central-East

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