Sydenham South Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Sydenham South is 24.3632 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 181 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in January 2023, May 2023, August 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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60 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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24.4
Regional rank #181 / 66 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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43.7%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 61.7%
    Theft accounts for 61.7 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 28.9%
    Burglary accounts for 28.9 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 7.2%
    Assault accounts for 7.2 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.1%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.1 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.7%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.7 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.4%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.4 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Sydenham South a safe suburb to live in?

    Sydenham South ranks in the top 55 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Sydenham South?

    The annual crime rate in Sydenham South is 24.3632 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Sydenham South

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