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Halswell South Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Halswell South is 35.4017 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 129 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has remained the same in recent months with criminal activity peaking in September 2024, October 2024, March 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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58 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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35.4
Regional rank #129 / 89 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼5.6%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 69.8%
    Theft accounts for 69.8 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 21.4%
    Burglary accounts for 21.4 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 6.0%
    Assault accounts for 6.0 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.6%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.6 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.3%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.3 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Halswell South a safe suburb to live in?

    Halswell South ranks in the top 39 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Halswell South?

    The annual crime rate in Halswell South is 35.4017 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Halswell South

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