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Sockburn South Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Sockburn South is 227.011 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 30 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in September 2021, November 2022, April 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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12 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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227
Regional rank #30 / 79 (Top 50%)
3-Month Trend
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▼54.2%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 54.7%
    Theft accounts for 54.7 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 37.8%
    Burglary accounts for 37.8 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 6.9%
    Assault accounts for 6.9 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.6%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.6 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Sockburn South a safe suburb to live in?

    Sockburn South ranks in the top 9 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Sockburn South?

    The annual crime rate in Sockburn South is 227.011 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Sockburn South

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