Springston Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Springston is 10.9681 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 260 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in April 2023, October 2024, January 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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80 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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11
Regional rank #260 / 23 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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40%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Burglary 33.0%
    Burglary accounts for 33.0 percent of incidents.
  • Theft 29.0%
    Theft accounts for 29.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 7.0%
    Assault accounts for 7.0 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 5.0%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 5.0 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Springston a safe suburb to live in?

    Springston ranks in the top 79 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Springston?

    The annual crime rate in Springston is 10.9681 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Springston

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