Canterbury, New Zealand
Police data to August 2026
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Is Motukarara safe? Yes. Motukarara has a safety score of 77/100, meaning less recorded crime harm per resident than about 77% of New Zealand suburbs, with 23.8 recorded crimes per 1,000 residents a year. It is the #81 safest of 288 ranked suburbs in Canterbury.
The annual total crime rate in Motukarara is 23.8 crimes per thousand residents, making it the #81 safest of 288 ranked suburbs in Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in January 2026, May 2026, June 2026.
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Population
639
Households
255
Median income
$110,535
Median rent
$322
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Is Motukarara a safe suburb to live in?
Motukarara has a safety score of 77/100, making it the #81 safest of 288 ranked suburbs in Canterbury Region. 100% of recorded crime is property crime (theft, burglary, fraud or damage).
What is the crime rate in Motukarara?
The annual crime rate in Motukarara is 23.8 recorded crimes per 1,000 residents.
