Mairehau South Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Mairehau South is 52.5188 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 98 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in May 2022, November 2022, December 2022.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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36 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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52.5
Regional rank #98 / 196 (Top 50%)
3-Month Trend
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29.8%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 62.4%
    Theft accounts for 62.4 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 31.5%
    Burglary accounts for 31.5 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 4.6%
    Assault accounts for 4.6 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.3%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.3 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 Mairehau South a safe suburb to live in?

    Mairehau South ranks in the top 30 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Mairehau South?

    The annual crime rate in Mairehau South is 52.5188 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Mairehau South

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