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Sydenham West Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Sydenham West is 74.3243 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 69 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in November 2022, September 2023, May 2025.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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16 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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74.3
Regional rank #69 / 99 (Bottom 50%)
3-Month Trend
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▲135.3%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 58.9%
    Theft accounts for 58.9 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 31.7%
    Burglary accounts for 31.7 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 7.5%
    Assault accounts for 7.5 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.9%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.9 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.9%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.9 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Sydenham West a safe suburb to live in?

    Sydenham West ranks in the top 21 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Sydenham West?

    The annual crime rate in Sydenham West is 74.3243 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Sydenham West

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