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Woolston West Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Woolston West is 41.2281 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 113 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has remained the same in recent months with criminal activity peaking in November 2022, May 2024, June 2024.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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19 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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41.2
Regional rank #113 / 47 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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■0%(flat)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 51.6%
    Theft accounts for 51.6 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 42.0%
    Burglary accounts for 42.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 4.8%
    Assault accounts for 4.8 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 1.2%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 1.2 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.4%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.4 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Woolston West a safe suburb to live in?

    Woolston West ranks in the top 34 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Woolston West?

    The annual crime rate in Woolston West is 41.2281 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Woolston West

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