Mudgee town, NSW Crime Rate and Statistics by Suburb

Mudgee Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

• The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 1244, down 1% from 1262 incidents recorded in the same period last year.

• Mudgee is in the 34th percentile for safety, meaning 66% of NSW urban areas are safer than Mudgee and 34% of urban areas are more dangerous than Mudgee.

• The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 increased by 16% (27 Incidents) compared to the previous year..

• The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 increased by 24% (11 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 10% (4 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

• The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 30% (72 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

• The number of robbery offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 50% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

• The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2021 decreased by 56% (9 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

• The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 19% (26 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

Crime in Mudgee: 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 Mudgee’s crime rate is near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in Australia, as it is ranked safer than only 41% of communities across the country, irrespective of population size.

Approximately 66% of NSW cities and towns have a lower crime rate compared to Mudgee town. Therefore, Mudgee’s public safety metrics are moderate.

How risky is that? Living in Mudgee comes with a statistical risk of 1 in 15 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 Mudgee’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 Mudgee.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis of Mudgee crime statistics shows that there are 3448 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 Mudgee are 1 in 28.

Our analysis indicates that if you reside in Mudgee, your chances of falling victim to property crimes, including theft, burglary, arson, and malicious damage to property, are 1 in 35, equivalent to a rate of 2756 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.

Mudgee Crime Rates by Offences Division

Mudgee 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: Mudgee vs NSW

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

Mudgee 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: Mudgee vs NSW, Australia

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

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug Offences: Mudgee vs New South Wales

Public Order and Security Offences

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

Public Order and Security Offences: Mudgee vs NSW

Mudgee Crimes per Square KM

Mudgee Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Mudgee town in 2021?

According to the New South Wales Police Force and BOSCAR data, there were 0 murders in Mudgee 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 Mudgee 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 Mudgee town is intimidation, stalking and harassment.

What is the crime rate in Mudgee town?

The overall crime rate in Mudgee town, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 10749 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 Mudgee town a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Mudgee town total crime rate in 2021 was 10749. This means it’s 34% safer than all NSW urban areas. So Mudgee town has a moderate safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Mudgee town safe at night?

46% of crimes in Mudgee town occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s moderate safety to walk alone in Mudgee town at night.

What suburb has the highest crime rate in Mudgee town?

Burrundulla is the suburb with the highest rate of reported criminal incidents in Mudgee town with a rate of 14388 incidents per 100,000 population, according to BOCSAR’s 2021 data. Yet, Burrundulla is safer than 12% of NSW suburbs.

What is the safest suburb in Mudgee town?

Mudgee is the safest suburb in Mudgee town with a rate of 10677 incidents per 100,000 population as per BOCSAR’s 2021 report. Mudgee suburb is safer than 19% 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.

Mudgee 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