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Linwood Central Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Linwood Central is 199.313 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 31 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in May 2022, November 2022, March 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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6 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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199.3
Regional rank #31 / 580 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼19%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 69.9%
    Theft accounts for 69.9 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 20.7%
    Burglary accounts for 20.7 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 6.9%
    Assault accounts for 6.9 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.9%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.9 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.6%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.6 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.0%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.0 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Linwood Central a safe suburb to live in?

    Linwood Central ranks in the top 9 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Linwood Central?

    The annual crime rate in Linwood Central is 199.313 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Linwood Central

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