Northlands (Christchurch City) Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Northlands (Christchurch City) is 5108.33 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 5 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in April 2023, December 2023, June 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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5 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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5,108.3
Regional rank #5 / 613 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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11.2%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 91.6%
    Theft accounts for 91.6 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 4.4%
    Burglary accounts for 4.4 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 3.3%
    Assault accounts for 3.3 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.5%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.5 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.2%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.2 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.1%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.1 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

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

    Northlands (Christchurch City) ranks in the top 2 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

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

    The annual crime rate in Northlands (Christchurch City) is 5108.33 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Northlands (Christchurch City)

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