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Edgeware South Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Edgeware South is 63.6667 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 81 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in January 2023, May 2023, July 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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27 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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63.7
Regional rank #81 / 191 (Top 50%)
3-Month Trend
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▼45.6%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 63.6%
    Theft accounts for 63.6 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 29.1%
    Burglary accounts for 29.1 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 4.8%
    Assault accounts for 4.8 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.4%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.4 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.0%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.0 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Edgeware South a safe suburb to live in?

    Edgeware South ranks in the top 24 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Edgeware South?

    The annual crime rate in Edgeware South is 63.6667 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Edgeware South

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