Bathurst city, NSW Crime Rate and Statistics by Suburb

Bathurst Crime Statistics at a Glance

The chart illustrates the trend in the number of offences that happened in Bathurst over the past 60 months.

• The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 4352, up 10% from 3954 incidents recorded in the same period last year.

• Bathurst is in the 26th percentile for safety, meaning 74% of NSW urban areas are safer than Bathurst and 26% of urban areas are more dangerous than Bathurst.

• The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 increased by 30% (137 Incidents) compared to the previous year..

• The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 increased by 16% (18 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

• There were no homicide offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.

• The number of burglary offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 35% (92 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

• The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 increased by 18% (148 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

• There was no change in the number of robbery offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.

• The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2021 decreased by 31% (21 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

• The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 increased by 15% (63 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

Crime in Bathurst: An In-Depth Analysis

AU Crime Rate’s analysis of recent crime data from the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) reveals that Bathurst’s crime rate is quite a bit higher than the average of Australian urban areas, as it is ranked safer than only 27% of communities across the country, irrespective of population size.

Approximately 74% of NSW cities and towns have a lower crime rate compared to Bathurst city. Therefore, Bathurst’s public safety metrics are moderate.

How risky is that? Living in Bathurst comes with a statistical risk of 1 in 12 of becoming a victim of crime, considering the total rate of crimes against the person and property. In contrast, the average chance of falling victim to crime in New South Wales stands at 1 in 20.

To better understand Bathurst’s overall crime rate, it is essential to examine its performance in crimes against the person and property crimes separately. This approach can provide further insight into whether violent crimes, property crimes, or both, are the primary drivers of the general crime rate in Bathurst.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis of Bathurst crime statistics shows that there are 3181 incidents against the person per 100,000 inhabitants in a standard year, compared to the NSW average rate of 1500. As a result, the chances of becoming a victim of crimes such as homicide, assault, sexual offences, robbery, abduction, kidnapping, stalking, blackmail, and extortion in Bathurst are 1 in 30.

Our analysis indicates that if you reside in Bathurst, your chances of falling victim to property crimes, including theft, burglary, arson, and malicious damage to property, are 1 in 21, equivalent to a rate of 4587 per 100,000 residents. As a reference, the property crime rate for every 100,000 residents in NSW is 3158.

Discovering the intricacies of criminal offences in New South Wales and interpreting crime data can be a daunting task. However, fear not! Our NSW crime glossary provides clear and concise definitions of the most common criminal offences, making it easier for you to comprehend the information.

Bathurst Crime Rates by Offences Division

Bathurst Crimes Against the Person

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of a Crime Against the Person

Crimes Against the Person Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Crimes Against the Person: Bathurst vs NSW

Please find below a detailed breakdown of the major crimes against the person, including the number of offences and corresponding Bathurst crime rates for the selected offences.

Bathurst Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

Property and Deception Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Property and Deception Offences: Bathurst vs NSW, Australia

The following are the major property and deception offences, along with Bathurst crime statistics for each type of offence.

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug Offences: Bathurst vs New South Wales

Public Order and Security Offences

Public Order and Security Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Public Order and Security Offences: Bathurst vs NSW

Bathurst Crimes per Square KM

Bathurst Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Bathurst city in 2021?

According to the New South Wales Police Force and BOSCAR data, there were 0 murders in Bathurst city in 2021. The number of homicides (which includes murders, attempted murder, murder conspiracy, and manslaughters) was 0.

What’s the most common crime in Bathurst city?

According to the latest available data from the New South Wales Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, the most common type of crime in Bathurst city is malicious damage to property.

What is the crime rate in Bathurst city?

The overall crime rate in Bathurst city, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 11997 in the year ending December 2021.

However, it’s important to note that this is an aggregate figure that includes all types of crime, and some types of offences are more prevalent than others. Additionally, crime rates can vary by location, with some areas experiencing higher rates of certain types of crime than others.

Is Bathurst city a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Bathurst city total crime rate in 2021 was 11997. This means it’s 26% safer than all NSW urban areas. So Bathurst city has a moderate safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Bathurst city safe at night?

45% of crimes in Bathurst city occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s moderate safety to walk alone in Bathurst city at night.

What suburb has the highest crime rate in Bathurst city?

Bathurst is the suburb with the highest rate of reported criminal incidents in Bathurst city with a rate of 25840 incidents per 100,000 population, according to BOCSAR’s 2021 data. Yet, Bathurst is safer than 5% of NSW suburbs.

What is the safest suburb in Bathurst city?

White Rock is the safest suburb in Bathurst city with a rate of 1239 incidents per 100,000 population as per BOCSAR’s 2021 report. White Rock suburb is safer than 95% of New South Wales suburbs.

However, it’s important to note that low crime rates do not necessarily guarantee safety, and that crime can occur anywhere, so it’s important to always stay vigilant and take appropriate safety measures.

Bathurst Crime Rate by Suburb

Note: The data for murder and manslaughter refers to the number of recorded victims, not criminal incidents.

References

• NSW Police public site
• NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR).
• Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Census QuickStats for all persons