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Sockburn North Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Sockburn North is 7.79727 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 280 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in May 2024, June 2024, July 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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84 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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7.8
Regional rank #280 / 32 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼40%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 62.6%
    Theft accounts for 62.6 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 25.2%
    Burglary accounts for 25.2 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 8.4%
    Assault accounts for 8.4 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 2.8%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 2.8 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.9%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.9 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Sockburn North a safe suburb to live in?

    Sockburn North ranks in the top 85 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Sockburn North?

    The annual crime rate in Sockburn North is 7.79727 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Sockburn North

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