Arncliffe Crime Index

57

(100 is safest)

Safer than 57% of most Australia suburbs

Arncliffe Crime Map

Arncliffe crime map

Arncliffe Crime Statistics at a Glance

The chart below shows the 60-month trend of the number of offences that occurred in Arncliffe.

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Arncliffe
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 765, up 35% from 566 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Arncliffe is in the 37th percentile for safety, meaning 63% of NSW suburbs are safer than Arncliffe and 37% of suburbs are more dangerous than Arncliffe.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 3% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 41% (9 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 3% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 increased by 8% (12 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of robbery offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 25% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2021 decreased by 50% (8 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 17% (9 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Arncliffe: 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 Arncliffe’s crime rate is about average for most suburbs and neighborhoods in Australia, as it is ranked safer than only 57% of suburbs across the country, irrespective of population size.

Approximately 63% of NSW suburbs have a lower crime rate compared to Arncliffe. Therefore, Arncliffe’s public safety metrics are moderate.

How risky is that? Living in Arncliffe comes with a statistical risk of 1 in 31 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 Arncliffe’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 Arncliffe.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis of Arncliffe crime statistics shows that there are 1156 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 Arncliffe are 1 in 86.

Our analysis indicates that if you reside in Arncliffe, your chances of falling victim to property crimes, including theft, burglary, arson, and malicious damage to property, are 1 in 49, equivalent to a rate of 1996 per 100,000 residents. As a reference, the property crime rate for every 100,000 residents in NSW is 3158.

Looking to understand the various types of criminal offences in New South Wales and make sense of crime data? Check out our NSW crime glossary for easy-to-understand definitions of common criminal offences.

Arncliffe Crime Rates by Offences Division

DivisionNumber of CrimesCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Crimes against the person1391156
Property and deception offences2401996
Drug offences114948
Public order and security offences39324
Justice procedures offences42349
Other offences1911588
Total7656361

Arncliffe Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 86

In Arncliffe

1 in 65

In NSW

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

Violent crimes against the person in Arncliffe vs New South Wales in Australia

Crimes Against the Person: Arncliffe vs NSW

Arncliffe population: 12027

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (per 100,000 residents)
Homicide07201
Assault7562864624770
Sexual offences1314650108179
Robbery317602522
Abduction and kidnapping020303
Blackmail and Extortion012702
Intimidation, stalking and harassment4740910391501
Other offences against the person11883823

Here is a breakdown of the major crimes against the person (violent crimes) including the number of offences and Arncliffe crime rates for the selected offences.

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Murder00
Sexual assault758
Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences650
Domestic violence related assault45374
Non-domestic violence related assault26216

Arncliffe Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 49

In Arncliffe

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Arncliffe vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Arncliffe vs NSW, Australia

Arncliffe population: 12027

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Theft16618002813802204
Burglary/Break and Enter3024967249306
Arson03760046
Malicious damage to property4449136366602

An overview of the major property and deception offences, including Arncliffe crime statistics for each offence type.

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Motor vehicle theft867
Steal from motor vehicle30249
Steal from retail store650
Break and enter dwelling26216
Break and enter non-dwelling433

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Arncliffe vs NSW

Drug Offences: Arncliffe 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 possession843403269841667
Drug dealing and trafficking66293507705
Cultivate or manufacture drugs31116251366
Other drug offences21584117572

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: Arncliffe vs NSW

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Disorderly conduct2517321208212.07
Prohibited and regulated weapons offences1414664116179.54

Arncliffe Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Arncliffe vs NSW

Arncliffe Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Arncliffe in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Arncliffe?

According to the latest available data from the New South Wales Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, the most common type of crime in Arncliffe is fraud.

What is the crime rate in Arncliffe?

The overall crime rate in Arncliffe, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 6361 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 Arncliffe a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Arncliffe total crime rate in 2021 was 6361. This means it’s 37% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Arncliffe has a moderate safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Arncliffe safe at night?

38% of crimes in Arncliffe occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Arncliffe at night.

Total Crime Stats of Arncliffe

DivisionSubdivisionOffence typeYear (2020)Year (2021)
Crimes against the personHomicideMurder00
Crimes against the personHomicideAttempted murder00
Crimes against the personHomicideMurder accessory, conspiracy00
Crimes against the personHomicideManslaughter00
Crimes against the personAssaultAssault Police44
Crimes against the personAssaultDomestic violence related assault3645
Crimes against the personAssaultNon-domestic violence related assault3726
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual assault127
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences1073
Crimes against the personRobberyRobbery696
Crimes against the personAbduction and kidnappingAbduction and kidnapping00
Crimes against the personBlackmail and extortionBlackmail and extortion00
Crimes against the personIntimidation, stalking and harassmentIntimidation, stalking and harassment5247
Crimes against the personOther offences against the personOther offences against the person01
Property and deception offencesTheftMotor vehicle theft168
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from motor vehicle2630
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from retail store66
Property and deception offencesTheftReceiving or handling stolen goods612
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from dwelling1732
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from person21
Property and deception offencesTheftStock theft00
Property and deception offencesTheftFraud6973
Property and deception offencesTheftOther theft offences124
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter dwelling2126
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter non-dwelling814
Property and deception offencesArsonArson00
Property and deception offencesMalicious damage to propertyMalicious damage to property5344
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of cocaine44
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of narcotics05
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of cannabis1244
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of amphetamines29
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of ecstasy02
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of other drugs1020
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in cocaine32
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in narcotics00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in cannabis01
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in amphetamines02
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in ecstasy00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in other drugs51
Drug offencesCultivate or manufacture drugsCultivating cannabis13
Drug offencesCultivate or manufacture drugsManufacture drug00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingImporting drugs10
Drug offencesOther drug offencesOther drug offences821
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductTrespass29
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductOffensive conduct63
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductOffensive language26
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductCriminal intent47
Public order and security offencesProhibited and regulated weapons offencesProhibited and regulated weapons offences1414
Other offencesBetting and gaming offencesBetting and gaming offences00
Other offencesLiquor offencesLiquor offences50
Other offencesPornography offencesPornography offences31
Other offencesProstitution offencesProstitution offences00
Other offencesTransport regulatory offencesTransport regulatory offences1113
Other offencesMiscellaneous offencesMiscellaneous offences18177
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresEscape custody00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach Apprehended Violence Order3417
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach bail conditions2619
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresFail to appear00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresResist or hinder officer46
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresOther offences against justice procedures00

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