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Shirley West Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Shirley West is 178.202 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 33 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in August 2024, December 2024, April 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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8 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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178.2
Regional rank #33 / 757 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼17.3%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 81.0%
    Theft accounts for 81.0 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 13.3%
    Burglary accounts for 13.3 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 4.7%
    Assault accounts for 4.7 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.6%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.6 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.5%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.5 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Shirley West a safe suburb to live in?

    Shirley West ranks in the top 10 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Shirley West?

    The annual crime rate in Shirley West is 178.202 per 1,000 residents.

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