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Halswell West Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Halswell West is 36.1446 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 126 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in July 2023, January 2025, March 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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62 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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36.1
Regional rank #126 / 135 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼38.2%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 61.1%
    Theft accounts for 61.1 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 31.1%
    Burglary accounts for 31.1 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 4.1%
    Assault accounts for 4.1 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 2.7%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 2.7 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.9%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.9 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Halswell West a safe suburb to live in?

    Halswell West ranks in the top 38 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Halswell West?

    The annual crime rate in Halswell West is 36.1446 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Halswell West

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