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Somerfield East Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Somerfield East is 34.8869 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 131 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in May 2023, June 2024, July 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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36 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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34.9
Regional rank #131 / 128 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼36.8%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 57.9%
    Theft accounts for 57.9 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 33.3%
    Burglary accounts for 33.3 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 5.2%
    Assault accounts for 5.2 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 2.1%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 2.1 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 1.5%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 1.5 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Somerfield East a safe suburb to live in?

    Somerfield East ranks in the top 40 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Somerfield East?

    The annual crime rate in Somerfield East is 34.8869 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Somerfield East

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