Merivale Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

The annual total crime rate in Merivale is 98.2456 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 56 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in April 2022, November 2022, February 2023.

Safety Score
Crimes / 1,000
3-Month Trend

Offence Breakdown

  • Fraud And Related Offences 80.0%
  • Theft 15.1%
  • Assault 3.7%
  • Burglary 0.7%
  • Sexual Offences 0.3%
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.1%

FAQ

  • Is Merivale a safe suburb to live in?

    Merivale ranks in the top 27 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Merivale?

    The annual crime rate in Merivale is 98.2456 per 1,000 residents.

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Merivale

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