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South New Brighton Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in South New Brighton is 33.2728 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 139 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in October 2021, May 2023, January 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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41 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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33.3
Regional rank #139 / 110 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼15.4%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 56.6%
    Theft accounts for 56.6 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 33.6%
    Burglary accounts for 33.6 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 8.3%
    Assault accounts for 8.3 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.7%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.7 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.7%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.7 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is South New Brighton a safe suburb to live in?

    South New Brighton ranks in the top 42 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in South New Brighton?

    The annual crime rate in South New Brighton is 33.2728 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for South New Brighton

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