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Northcote (Christchurch City) Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Northcote (Christchurch City) is 102.804 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 52 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in August 2024, November 2024, February 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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20 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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102.8
Regional rank #52 / 264 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼11.6%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 65.2%
    Theft accounts for 65.2 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 23.9%
    Burglary accounts for 23.9 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 8.5%
    Assault accounts for 8.5 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.4%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.4 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.9%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.9 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Northcote (Christchurch City) a safe suburb to live in?

    Northcote (Christchurch City) ranks in the top 16 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Northcote (Christchurch City)?

    The annual crime rate in Northcote (Christchurch City) is 102.804 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Northcote (Christchurch City)

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