Cessnock city, NSW Crime Rate and Statistics by Suburb

Cessnock Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

• The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 2701, up 4% from 2591 incidents recorded in the same period last year.

• Cessnock is in the 28th percentile for safety, meaning 72% of NSW urban areas are safer than Cessnock and 28% of urban areas are more dangerous than Cessnock.

• The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 increased by 22% (57 Incidents) compared to the previous year..

• The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 6% (5 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

• The number of homicide offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 100% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

• The number of burglary offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 27% (39 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

• The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 increased by 2% (13 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

• The number of robbery offences recorded in 2021 increased by 167% (5 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

• The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2021 decreased by 23% (26 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

• The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 16% (45 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

Crime in Cessnock: 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 Cessnock’s crime rate is quite a bit higher than the average of Australian urban areas, as it is ranked safer than only 31% of communities across the country, irrespective of population size.

Approximately 72% of NSW cities and towns have a lower crime rate compared to Cessnock city. Therefore, Cessnock’s public safety metrics are moderate.

How risky is that? Living in Cessnock comes with a statistical risk of 1 in 13 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 Cessnock’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 Cessnock.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis of Cessnock crime statistics shows that there are 2655 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 Cessnock are 1 in 37.

Our analysis indicates that if you reside in Cessnock, your chances of falling victim to property crimes, including theft, burglary, arson, and malicious damage to property, are 1 in 20, equivalent to a rate of 4729 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.

Cessnock Crime Rates by Offences Division

Cessnock 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: Cessnock vs NSW

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

Cessnock 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: Cessnock vs NSW, Australia

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

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug Offences: Cessnock vs New South Wales

Public Order and Security Offences

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

Public Order and Security Offences: Cessnock vs NSW

Cessnock Crimes per Square KM

Cessnock Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Cessnock city in 2021?

According to the New South Wales Police Force and BOSCAR data, there were 0 murders in Cessnock 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 Cessnock 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 Cessnock city is breach bail conditions.

What is the crime rate in Cessnock city?

The overall crime rate in Cessnock city, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 11623 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 Cessnock city a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Cessnock city total crime rate in 2021 was 11623. This means it’s 28% safer than all NSW urban areas. So Cessnock city has a moderate safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Cessnock city safe at night?

41% of crimes in Cessnock city occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s moderate safety to walk alone in Cessnock city at night.

What suburb has the highest crime rate in Cessnock city?

Cessnock is the suburb with the highest rate of reported criminal incidents in Cessnock city with a rate of 13386 incidents per 100,000 population, according to BOCSAR’s 2021 data. Yet, Cessnock is safer than 14% of NSW suburbs.

What is the safest suburb in Cessnock city?

Bellbird Heights is the safest suburb in Cessnock city with a rate of 4686 incidents per 100,000 population as per BOCSAR’s 2021 report. Bellbird Heights suburb is safer than 51% 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.

Cessnock 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