Wallerawang Crime Index
53
(100 is safest)
Safer than 53% of most Australia cities
Wallerawang Crime Map
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Wallerawang Crime Statistics at a Glance
The chart illustrates the trend in the number of offences that happened in Wallerawang over the past 60 months.
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- The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 212, down 1% from 214 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
- Wallerawang is in the 37th percentile for safety, meaning 64% of NSW urban areas are safer than Wallerawang and 37% of urban areas are more dangerous than Wallerawang.
- The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 33% (2 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 33% (3 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 increased by 12% (5 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 decreased by 80% (4 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 52% (13 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
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Crime in Wallerawang: 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, Wallerawang township is ranked safer than 53% of the cities and towns across Australia, regardless of population size. That means that Wallerawang crime rate is near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in Australia.
In NSW, only about 64% of communities have a lower crime rate than Wallerawang. As a result, Wallerawang has moderate scores in public safety metrics.
If you are a resident of Wallerawang township, your chance of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 18 (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 Wallerawang’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 Wallerawang’s overall crime rate. So, are you curious to learn more about Wallerawang’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 Wallerawang is 2165 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 Wallerawang is 1 in 45. 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 Wallerawang is 1 in 31. This is equal to a rate of 3175 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.
Wallerawang Crime Rates by Offences Division
Division | Number of Crimes | Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) |
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Crimes against the person | 45 | 2165 |
Property and deception offences | 66 | 3175 |
Drug offences | 3 | 144 |
Public order and security offences | 18 | 866 |
Justice procedures offences | 16 | 770 |
Other offences | 64 | 3078 |
Total | 212 | 10197 |
Wallerawang Crimes Against the Person
My Chances of Becoming a Victim of a Crime Against the Person
1 in 45
In Wallerawang
1 in 65
In NSW
Crimes Against the Person Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Crimes Against the Person: Wallerawang vs NSW
Wallerawang population: 2079
NSW population: 8058541
Crimes | Total Criminal Incidents | NSW Total Criminal Incidents | Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) | NSW Crime Rate (per 100,000 residents) |
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Homicide | 0 | 72 | 0 | 1 |
Assault | 27 | 62864 | 1299 | 770 |
Sexual offences | 4 | 14650 | 192 | 179 |
Robbery | 0 | 1760 | 0 | 22 |
Abduction and kidnapping | 0 | 203 | 0 | 3 |
Blackmail and Extortion | 0 | 127 | 0 | 2 |
Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 10 | 40910 | 481 | 501 |
Other offences against the person | 4 | 1883 | 192 | 23 |
Please find below a detailed breakdown of the major crimes against the person, including the number of offences and corresponding Wallerawang crime rates for the selected offences.
Crimes | No. of offences | Rate |
---|---|---|
Murder | 0 | 0 |
Sexual assault | 2 | 96 |
Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 96 |
Domestic violence related assault | 20 | 962 |
Non-domestic violence related assault | 6 | 289 |
Wallerawang Property and Deception Offences
My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences
1 in 31
In Wallerawang
1 in 30
In NSW
Property and Deception Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Property and Deception Offences: Wallerawang vs NSW, Australia
Wallerawang population: 2079
NSW population: 8058541
Crimes | Total Criminal Incidents | NSW Total Criminal Incidents | Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) | NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) |
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Theft | 47 | 180028 | 2261 | 2204 |
Burglary/Break and Enter | 6 | 24967 | 289 | 306 |
Arson | 1 | 3760 | 48 | 46 |
Malicious damage to property | 12 | 49136 | 577 | 602 |
The following are the major property and deception offences, along with Wallerawang crime statistics for each type of offence.
Crimes | No. of offences | Rate |
---|---|---|
Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 48 |
Steal from motor vehicle | 14 | 673 |
Steal from retail store | 3 | 144 |
Break and enter dwelling | 4 | 192 |
Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 96 |
Drug Offences
Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Drug Offences: Wallerawang vs New South Wales
Crimes | Total Criminal Incidents | NSW Total Criminal Incidents | Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) | NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) |
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Drug use and possession | 3 | 34032 | 144 | 41667 |
Drug dealing and trafficking | 0 | 6293 | 0 | 7705 |
Cultivate or manufacture drugs | 0 | 1116 | 0 | 1366 |
Other drug offences | 0 | 5841 | 0 | 72 |
Public Order and Security Offences
Public Order and Security Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Public Order and Security Offences: Wallerawang vs NSW
Crimes | Total Criminal Incidents | NSW Total Criminal Incidents | Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) | NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) |
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Disorderly conduct | 8 | 17321 | 385 | 212.07 |
Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 10 | 14664 | 481 | 179.54 |
Wallerawang Crimes per Square KM
Wallerawang Crime FAQs
How many murders were in Wallerawang township in 2021?
According to the New South Wales Police Force and BOSCAR data, there were 0 murders in Wallerawang township in 2021. The number of homicides (which includes murders, attempted murder, murder conspiracy, and manslaughters) was 0.
What’s the most common crime in Wallerawang township?
According to the latest available data from the New South Wales Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, the most common type of crime in Wallerawang township is domestic violence related assault.
What is the crime rate in Wallerawang township?
The overall crime rate in Wallerawang township, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 10197 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 Wallerawang township a safe place to live in?
NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Wallerawang township total crime rate in 2021 was 10197. This means it’s 37% safer than all NSW urban areas. So Wallerawang township has a moderate safety profile according to our scoring systems.
Is Wallerawang township safe at night?
37% of crimes in Wallerawang township occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Wallerawang township at night.
What suburb has the highest crime rate in Wallerawang township?
Wallerawang is the suburb with the highest rate of reported criminal incidents in Wallerawang township with a rate of 9484 incidents per 100,000 population, according to BOCSAR’s 2021 data. Yet, Wallerawang is safer than 22% of NSW suburbs.
What is the safest suburb in Wallerawang township?
Lidsdale is the safest suburb in Wallerawang township with a rate of 4412 incidents per 100,000 population as per BOCSAR’s 2021 report. Lidsdale suburb is safer than 53% 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.
Wallerawang Crime Rate by Suburb
Wallerawang suburbs | Total crimes in 2020 | Total crime rate in 2020 | Total crimes in 2021 | Total crime rate in 2021 |
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Lidsdale | 27 | 5672 | 21 | 4412 |
Wallerawang | 187 | 9285 | 191 | 9484 |
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
Popular Suburbs in Wallerawang
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