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Kaiapoi South Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Kaiapoi South is 21.2314 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 197 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in October 2021, September 2022, March 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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74 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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21.2
Regional rank #197 / 40 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼33.3%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 57.0%
    Theft accounts for 57.0 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 30.6%
    Burglary accounts for 30.6 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 6.6%
    Assault accounts for 6.6 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 3.3%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 3.3 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 2.5%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 2.5 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Kaiapoi South a safe suburb to live in?

    Kaiapoi South ranks in the top 60 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Kaiapoi South?

    The annual crime rate in Kaiapoi South is 21.2314 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Kaiapoi South

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