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Ilam South Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Ilam South is 26.8022 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 165 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in October 2022, July 2023, July 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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52 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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26.8
Regional rank #165 / 87 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼21.9%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 68.6%
    Theft accounts for 68.6 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 25.3%
    Burglary accounts for 25.3 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 4.1%
    Assault accounts for 4.1 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.0%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.0 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.0%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.0 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Ilam South a safe suburb to live in?

    Ilam South ranks in the top 50 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Ilam South?

    The annual crime rate in Ilam South is 26.8022 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Ilam South

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