Kaiapoi East Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Kaiapoi East is 104.167 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 50 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in January 2023, March 2023, August 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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14 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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104.2
Regional rank #50 / 30 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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45.5%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 76.1%
    Theft accounts for 76.1 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 14.9%
    Burglary accounts for 14.9 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 8.2%
    Assault accounts for 8.2 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.7%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.7 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Kaiapoi East a safe suburb to live in?

    Kaiapoi East ranks in the top 15 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Kaiapoi East?

    The annual crime rate in Kaiapoi East is 104.167 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Kaiapoi East

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