Clifton-Kew Safety Snapshot

Southland, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Clifton-Kew is 48.3092 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 5 within Southland Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in February 2023, June 2023, November 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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29 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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48.3
Regional rank #5 / 90 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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33.3%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 43.6%
    Theft accounts for 43.6 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 30.4%
    Burglary accounts for 30.4 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 21.6%
    Assault accounts for 21.6 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 3.1%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 3.1 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.9%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.9 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.3%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.3 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Clifton-Kew a safe suburb to live in?

    Clifton-Kew ranks in the top 8 of suburbs in Southland Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Clifton-Kew?

    The annual crime rate in Clifton-Kew is 48.3092 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Clifton-Kew

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