Kyogle Crime Index

87

(100 is safest)

Safer than 87% of most Australia cities

Kyogle Crime Map

Kyogle crime map

Kyogle Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Kyogle
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 116, down 33% from 172 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Kyogle is in the 81st percentile for safety, meaning 19% of NSW urban areas are safer than Kyogle and 81% of urban areas are more dangerous than Kyogle.
  • The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 67% (6 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 increased by 100% (4 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 23% (6 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • There were no robbery offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2021 increased by 50% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 30% (7 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Kyogle: An In-Depth Analysis

AU Crime Rate analyzed crime data from the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research and found that crime rates in Kyogle are noticeably lower than the average of Australian urban centers and localities. In fact, it is considered safer than about 87% of communities in the country across all population sizes.

The crime rates in Kyogle are higher than approximately 19% of other cities and towns in NSW. Consequently, the community has very high scores for public safety.

Your chance of becoming a victim of a crime if you live here? It’s 1 in 36 based on the combined crime rate of offences against the person and property while the risk of becoming a victim of crime in New South Wales is at 1 in 20.

Discovering the full picture of Kyogle’s crime statistics is crucial, and delving into the details of its against the person and property crime data is the key. By doing so, we can uncover which type of crime is more prevalent, whether it be violent or property-related, and gain a deeper understanding of the crime rate in Kyogle. So join us on this exploration, as we uncover the nature and extent of crime in this community.

Kyogle crime rate for crimes against the person is 1137 per 100,000 inhabitants, whereas the NSW average rate is 1500. This meant that the likelihood of becoming a victim of such crimes in Kyogle was 1 in 87. The crimes against persons included in this analysis are homicide, assault, sexual offences, robbery, abduction, kidnapping, stalking, blackmail, and extortion.

According to our data, the likelihood of an individual becoming a victim of property crime in Kyogle is 1 in 63, with a rate of 1564 incidents per 100,000 inhabitants. It is important to note that the average rate of property crime in NSW is 3158 incidents per 100,000 residents. The property crimes included in this analysis consist of theft, burglary, arson, and malicious damage to property.

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.

Kyogle Crime Rates by Offences Division

DivisionNumber of CrimesCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Crimes against the person321137
Property and deception offences441564
Drug offences3107
Public order and security offences7249
Justice procedures offences22782
Other offences8284
Total1164122

Kyogle Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 87

In Kyogle

1 in 65

In NSW

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

Violent crimes against the person in Kyogle vs New South Wales

Crimes Against the Person: Kyogle vs NSW

Kyogle population: 2814

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (per 100,000 residents)
Homicide07201
Assault1862864640770
Sexual offences314650107179
Robbery01760022
Abduction and kidnapping020303
Blackmail and Extortion012702
Intimidation, stalking and harassment940910320501
Other offences against the person218837123

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Murder00
Sexual assault271
Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences136
Domestic violence related assault5178
Non-domestic violence related assault13462

Kyogle Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 63

In Kyogle

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Kyogle vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Kyogle vs NSW, Australia

Kyogle population: 2814

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Theft201800287112204
Burglary/Break and Enter824967284306
Arson03760046
Malicious damage to property1649136569602

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Motor vehicle theft3107
Steal from motor vehicle271
Steal from retail store136
Break and enter dwelling6213
Break and enter non-dwelling271

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Kyogle vs NSW

Drug Offences: Kyogle vs New South Wales

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Drug use and possession33403210741667
Drug dealing and trafficking0629307705
Cultivate or manufacture drugs0111601366
Other drug offences05841072

Public Order and Security Offences

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

Public order and security offences comparison chart

Public Order and Security Offences: Kyogle vs NSW

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Disorderly conduct617321213212.07
Prohibited and regulated weapons offences11466436179.54

Kyogle Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square KM in Kyogle vs NSW in Australia

Kyogle Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Kyogle town in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Kyogle town?

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

What is the crime rate in Kyogle town?

The overall crime rate in Kyogle town, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 4122 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 Kyogle town a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Kyogle town total crime rate in 2021 was 4122. This means it’s 81% safer than all NSW urban areas. So Kyogle town has a very high safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Kyogle town safe at night?

34% of crimes in Kyogle town occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Kyogle town at night.

What suburb has the highest crime rate in Kyogle town?

Kyogle is the suburb with the highest rate of reported criminal incidents in Kyogle town with a rate of 4709 incidents per 100,000 population, according to BOCSAR’s 2021 data. Yet, Kyogle is safer than 50% of NSW suburbs.

What is the safest suburb in Kyogle town?

Geneva is the safest suburb in Kyogle town with a rate of 1014 incidents per 100,000 population as per BOCSAR’s 2021 report. Geneva suburb is safer than 97% 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.

Kyogle Crime Rate by Suburb

Kyogle suburbsTotal crimes in 2020Total crime rate in 2020Total crimes in 2021Total crime rate in 2021
Geneva17246471014
Kyogle15167081064709
New Park4266732000

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

Greater Capital City Statistical Area

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