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Kensington (Timaru District) Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Kensington (Timaru District) is 25.3333 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 175 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in October 2022, October 2023, August 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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63 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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25.3
Regional rank #175 / 38 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼33.3%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Burglary 45.1%
    Burglary accounts for 45.1 percent of incidents.
  • Theft 42.9%
    Theft accounts for 42.9 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 9.8%
    Assault accounts for 9.8 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.5%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.5 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.8%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.8 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Kensington (Timaru District) a safe suburb to live in?

    Kensington (Timaru District) ranks in the top 53 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Kensington (Timaru District)?

    The annual crime rate in Kensington (Timaru District) is 25.3333 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Kensington (Timaru District)

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