Merimbula town, NSW Crime Rate and Statistics by Suburb

Merimbula Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

• The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 362, down 17% from 437 incidents recorded in the same period last year.

• Merimbula is in the 78th percentile for safety, meaning 22% of NSW urban areas are safer than Merimbula and 78% of urban areas are more dangerous than Merimbula.

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

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

• The number of burglary offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 48% (16 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

• The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 35% (41 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

• The number of robbery offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 100% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

• The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2021 decreased by 40% (4 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

• The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 36% (17 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

Crime in Merimbula: 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 Merimbula are noticeably lower than the average of Australian urban centers and localities. In fact, it is considered safer than about 93% of communities in the country across all population sizes.

The crime rates in Merimbula are higher than approximately 22% 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 42 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 Merimbula’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 Merimbula. So join us on this exploration, as we uncover the nature and extent of crime in this community.

Merimbula crime rate for crimes against the person is 814 per 100,000 inhabitants, whereas the NSW average rate is 1500. This meant that the likelihood of becoming a victim of such crimes in Merimbula was 1 in 122. 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 Merimbula is 1 in 65, with a rate of 1519 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.

Merimbula Crime Rates by Offences Division

Merimbula 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: Merimbula vs NSW

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

Merimbula 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: Merimbula vs NSW, Australia

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

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug Offences: Merimbula vs New South Wales

Public Order and Security Offences

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

Public Order and Security Offences: Merimbula vs NSW

Merimbula Crimes per Square KM

Merimbula Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Merimbula town in 2021?

According to the New South Wales Police Force and BOSCAR data, there were 0 murders in Merimbula 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 Merimbula 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 Merimbula town is malicious damage to property.

What is the crime rate in Merimbula town?

The overall crime rate in Merimbula town, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 4399 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 Merimbula town a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Merimbula town total crime rate in 2021 was 4399. This means it’s 78% safer than all NSW urban areas. So Merimbula town has a very high safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Merimbula town safe at night?

32% of crimes in Merimbula town occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Merimbula town at night.

What suburb has the highest crime rate in Merimbula town?

Merimbula is the suburb with the highest rate of reported criminal incidents in Merimbula town with a rate of 7390 incidents per 100,000 population, according to BOCSAR’s 2021 data. Yet, Merimbula is safer than 31% of NSW suburbs.

What is the safest suburb in Merimbula town?

Tura Beach is the safest suburb in Merimbula town with a rate of 1173 incidents per 100,000 population as per BOCSAR’s 2021 report. Tura Beach suburb is safer than 96% 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.

Merimbula 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