Ocean Shores Crime Index

78

(100 is safest)

Safer than 78% of most Australia cities

Ocean Shores Crime Map

Ocean Shores crime map

Ocean Shores Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Ocean Shores
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 275, up 6% from 259 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Ocean Shores is in the 69th percentile for safety, meaning 31% of NSW urban areas are safer than Ocean Shores and 69% of urban areas are more dangerous than Ocean Shores.
  • There was no change in the number of assault offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 58% (7 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 47% (8 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 7% (4 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of robbery offences recorded in 2021 increased by 200% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2021 decreased by 13% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 increased by 26% (7 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Ocean Shores: An In-Depth Analysis

According to AU Crime Rate’s analysis of the latest crime statistics from the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, Ocean Shores town is ranked safer than 78% of the cities and towns across Australia, regardless of population size. That means that Ocean Shores crime rate is below average to all cities and towns in Australia.

In NSW, only about 31% of communities have a lower crime rate than Ocean Shores. As a result, Ocean Shores has high scores in public safety metrics.

If you are a resident of Ocean Shores town, your chance of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 29 (based on the total crime rate of crimes against the person and property combined) while the New South Wales average is 1 in 20.

Let’s take a closer look at Ocean Shores’s crime statistics and see how it fares in terms of crimes against person and property crimes. This information is crucial because it can shed light on whether violent or property crimes or both, are the primary factors driving Ocean Shores’s overall crime rate. So, are you curious to learn more about Ocean Shores’s crime data and what they reveal about the community’s safety and security? Let’s dive in!

AU Crime Rate’s analysis reveals that against the person crime rate in Ocean Shores is 1423 per one hundred thousand inhabitants while the NSW average rate is 1500. So, one’s chances of becoming a victim of crimes against the person in Ocean Shores is 1 in 69. The crimes against the person included in this analysis are homicide, assault, sexual offences, robbery, abduction, kidnapping, stalking, blackmail, and extortion.

From our analysis, we discovered that your odds of becoming a victim of a property crime if you live in Ocean Shores is 1 in 50. This is equal to a rate of 1959 per one hundred thousand residents compared to a rate of 3158 per 100,000 residents for NSW state. It’s worth mentioning that the property crimes tracked here include 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.

Ocean Shores Crime Rates by Offences Division

Ocean Shores Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 69

In Ocean Shores

1 in 65

In NSW

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

Violent crimes against the person in Ocean Shores vs New South Wales

Crimes Against the Person: Ocean Shores vs NSW

Ocean Shores population: 4849

NSW population: 8058541

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

Ocean Shores Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 50

In Ocean Shores

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Ocean Shores vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Ocean Shores vs NSW, Australia

Ocean Shores population: 4849

NSW population: 8058541

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

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Ocean Shores vs NSW

Drug Offences: Ocean Shores vs New South Wales

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: Ocean Shores vs NSW

Ocean Shores Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square KM in Ocean Shores vs NSW in Australia

Ocean Shores Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Ocean Shores town in 2021?

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

What is the crime rate in Ocean Shores town?

The overall crime rate in Ocean Shores town, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 5671 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 Ocean Shores town a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Ocean Shores town total crime rate in 2021 was 5671. This means it’s 69% safer than all NSW urban areas. So Ocean Shores town has a high safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Ocean Shores town safe at night?

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

What suburb has the highest crime rate in Ocean Shores town?

New Brighton is the suburb with the highest rate of reported criminal incidents in Ocean Shores town with a rate of 9016 incidents per 100,000 population, according to BOCSAR’s 2021 data. Yet, New Brighton is safer than 24% of NSW suburbs.

What is the safest suburb in Ocean Shores town?

Ocean Shores is the safest suburb in Ocean Shores town with a rate of 4166 incidents per 100,000 population as per BOCSAR’s 2021 report. Ocean Shores suburb is safer than 56% 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.

Ocean Shores 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

Greater Capital City Statistical Area

Greater Sydney