Kaiapoi West Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Kaiapoi West is 108.959 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 47 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in December 2021, September 2022, December 2022.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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20 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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109
Regional rank #47 / 135 (Top 50%)
3-Month Trend
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19.2%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 71.2%
    Theft accounts for 71.2 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 16.9%
    Burglary accounts for 16.9 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 9.7%
    Assault accounts for 9.7 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.2%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.2 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.8%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.8 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.2%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.2 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Kaiapoi West a safe suburb to live in?

    Kaiapoi West ranks in the top 14 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Kaiapoi West?

    The annual crime rate in Kaiapoi West is 108.959 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Kaiapoi West

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