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Temuka East Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Temuka East is 5.49218 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 298 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has decreased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in March 2022, February 2024, August 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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74 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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5.5
Regional rank #298 / 13 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▼25%(improving)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 25.0%
    Theft accounts for 25.0 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 23.0%
    Burglary accounts for 23.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 13.0%
    Assault accounts for 13.0 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 3.0%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 3.0 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Temuka East a safe suburb to live in?

    Temuka East ranks in the top 90 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Temuka East?

    The annual crime rate in Temuka East is 5.49218 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Temuka East

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