Kaiapoi North West Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Kaiapoi North West is 41.543 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 110 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in February 2023, March 2023, June 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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44 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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41.5
Regional rank #110 / 84 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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47.4%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 68.6%
    Theft accounts for 68.6 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 22.7%
    Burglary accounts for 22.7 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 7.5%
    Assault accounts for 7.5 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.7%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.7 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.5%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.5 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Kaiapoi North West a safe suburb to live in?

    Kaiapoi North West ranks in the top 33 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Kaiapoi North West?

    The annual crime rate in Kaiapoi North West is 41.543 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Kaiapoi North West

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