Avondale Crime Index
33
(100 is safest)
Safer than 33% of most Australia suburbs
Avondale Crime Map
Avondale Crime Statistics at a Glance
The chart below shows the 60-month trend of the number of offences that occurred in Avondale.
- The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 119, up 14% from 104 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
- Avondale is in the 33rd percentile for safety, meaning 67% of NSW suburbs are safer than Avondale and 33% of suburbs are more dangerous than Avondale.
- The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 increased by 186% (13 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
- The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 increased by 50% (1 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 42% (5 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- There was no change in the number of theft offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
- There were no robbery offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
- There was no change in the number of motor vehicle theft offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
- The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 increased by 140% (14 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
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Crime in Avondale: 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 Avondale are quite a bit higher than average regarding to most Australian suburbs. In fact, it is considered safer than about 33% of suburbs in the country across all population sizes.
The crime rates in Avondale are higher than approximately 67% of other suburbs in NSW. Consequently, the suburb has moderate scores for public safety.
Your chance of becoming a victim of a crime if you live here? It’s 1 in 19 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 Avondale’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 Avondale. So join us on this exploration, as we uncover the nature and extent of crime in this community.
Avondale Crime rate for crimes against the person is 1820 per 100,000 inhabitants, whereas the NSW average rate is 1500. This meant that the likelihood of becoming a victim of such crimes in Avondale was 1 in 54. 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 Avondale is 1 in 31, with a rate of 3112 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.
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.
Avondale Crime Rates by Offences Division
| Division | Number of Crimes | Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) |
|---|---|---|
| Crimes against the person | 31 | 1820 |
| Property and deception offences | 53 | 3112 |
| Drug offences | 13 | 763 |
| Public order and security offences | 2 | 117 |
| Justice procedures offences | 9 | 528 |
| Other offences | 11 | 646 |
| Total | 119 | 6988 |
Avondale Crimes Against the Person
My Chances of Becoming a Victim of a Crime Against the Person
1 in 54
In Avondale
1 in 65
In NSW
Crimes Against the Person Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Crimes Against the Person: Avondale vs NSW
Avondale population: 1703
NSW population: 8058541
| Crimes | Total Criminal Incidents | NSW Total Criminal Incidents | Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) | NSW Crime Rate (per 100,000 residents) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 0 | 72 | 0 | 1 |
| Assault | 20 | 62864 | 1174 | 770 |
| Sexual offences | 3 | 14650 | 176 | 179 |
| Robbery | 0 | 1760 | 0 | 22 |
| Abduction and kidnapping | 0 | 203 | 0 | 3 |
| Blackmail and Extortion | 0 | 127 | 0 | 2 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 4 | 40910 | 235 | 501 |
| Other offences against the person | 4 | 1883 | 235 | 23 |
Here is a breakdown of the major crimes against the person (violent crimes) including the number of offences and Avondale crime rates for the selected offences.
| Crimes | No. of offences | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Murder | 0 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 117 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 59 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 11 | 646 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 9 | 528 |
Avondale Property and Deception Offences
My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences
1 in 31
In Avondale
1 in 30
In NSW
Property and Deception Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Property and Deception Offences: Avondale vs NSW, Australia
Avondale population: 1703
NSW population: 8058541
| Crimes | Total Criminal Incidents | NSW Total Criminal Incidents | Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) | NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Theft | 18 | 180028 | 1057 | 2204 |
| Burglary/Break and Enter | 7 | 24967 | 411 | 306 |
| Arson | 4 | 3760 | 235 | 46 |
| Malicious damage to property | 24 | 49136 | 1409 | 602 |
An overview of the major property and deception offences, including Avondale crime statistics for each offence type.
| Crimes | No. of offences | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 176 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 3 | 176 |
| Steal from retail store | 0 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 6 | 352 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 59 |
Drug Offences
Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Drug Offences: Avondale 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drug use and possession | 10 | 34032 | 587 | 41667 |
| Drug dealing and trafficking | 0 | 6293 | 0 | 7705 |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs | 1 | 1116 | 59 | 1366 |
| Other drug offences | 2 | 5841 | 117 | 72 |
Public Order and Security Offences
Public Order and Security Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Public Order and Security Offences: Avondale vs NSW
| Crimes | Total Criminal Incidents | NSW Total Criminal Incidents | Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) | NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Disorderly conduct | 0 | 17321 | 0 | 212.07 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 14664 | 117 | 179.54 |
Avondale Crimes per Square KM
Avondale Crime FAQs
How many murders were in Avondale in 2021?
According to the New South Wales Police Force and BOSCAR data, there were 0 murders in Avondale in 2021. The number of homicides (which includes murders, attempted murder, murder conspiracy, and manslaughters) was 0.
What’s the most common crime in Avondale?
According to the latest available data from the New South Wales Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, the most common type of crime in Avondale is malicious damage to property.
What is the crime rate in Avondale?
The overall crime rate in Avondale, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 6988 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 Avondale a safe place to live in?
NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Avondale total crime rate in 2021 was 6988. This means it’s 33% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Avondale has a moderate safety profile according to our scoring systems.
Is Avondale safe at night?
33% of crimes in Avondale occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Avondale at night.
Total Crime Stats of Avondale
| Division | Subdivision | Offence type | Year (2020) | Year (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes against the person | Homicide | Murder | 0 | 0 |
| Crimes against the person | Homicide | Attempted murder | 0 | 0 |
| Crimes against the person | Homicide | Murder accessory, conspiracy | 0 | 0 |
| Crimes against the person | Homicide | Manslaughter | 0 | 0 |
| Crimes against the person | Assault | Assault Police | 1 | 0 |
| Crimes against the person | Assault | Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 11 |
| Crimes against the person | Assault | Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 9 |
| Crimes against the person | Sexual offencens | Sexual assault | 2 | 2 |
| Crimes against the person | Sexual offencens | Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 0 | 8 |
| Crimes against the person | Robbery | Robbery | 4 | 1 |
| Crimes against the person | Abduction and kidnapping | Abduction and kidnapping | 1 | 0 |
| Crimes against the person | Blackmail and extortion | Blackmail and extortion | 0 | 0 |
| Crimes against the person | Intimidation, stalking and harassment | Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 8 | 4 |
| Crimes against the person | Other offences against the person | Other offences against the person | 0 | 4 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 3 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 3 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Steal from retail store | 0 | 0 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Receiving or handling stolen goods | 3 | 2 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Steal from dwelling | 5 | 2 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Steal from person | 0 | 0 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Stock theft | 0 | 0 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Fraud | 4 | 8 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Other theft offences | 1 | 0 |
| Property and deception offences | Burglary/Break and enter | Break and enter dwelling | 9 | 6 |
| Property and deception offences | Burglary/Break and enter | Break and enter non-dwelling | 3 | 11 |
| Property and deception offences | Arson | Arson | 4 | 4 |
| Property and deception offences | Malicious damage to property | Malicious damage to property | 10 | 24 |
| Drug offences | Drug use and possession | Possession and/or use of cocaine | 1 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Drug use and possession | Possession and/or use of narcotics | 0 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Drug use and possession | Possession and/or use of cannabis | 4 | 2 |
| Drug offences | Drug use and possession | Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 5 | 4 |
| Drug offences | Drug use and possession | Possession and/or use of ecstasy | 0 | 1 |
| Drug offences | Drug use and possession | Possession and/or use of other drugs | 0 | 3 |
| Drug offences | Drug dealing and trafficking | Dealing, trafficking in cocaine | 0 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Drug dealing and trafficking | Dealing, trafficking in narcotics | 0 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Drug dealing and trafficking | Dealing, trafficking in cannabis | 0 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Drug dealing and trafficking | Dealing, trafficking in amphetamines | 0 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Drug dealing and trafficking | Dealing, trafficking in ecstasy | 0 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Drug dealing and trafficking | Dealing, trafficking in other drugs | 0 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Cultivate or manufacture drugs | Cultivating cannabis | 0 | 1 |
| Drug offences | Cultivate or manufacture drugs | Manufacture drug | 0 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Drug dealing and trafficking | Importing drugs | 1 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Other drug offences | Other drug offences | 0 | 2 |
| Public order and security offences | Disorderly conduct | Trespass | 3 | 0 |
| Public order and security offences | Disorderly conduct | Offensive conduct | 0 | 0 |
| Public order and security offences | Disorderly conduct | Offensive language | 1 | 0 |
| Public order and security offences | Disorderly conduct | Criminal intent | 0 | 0 |
| Public order and security offences | Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 7 | 2 |
| Other offences | Betting and gaming offences | Betting and gaming offences | 0 | 0 |
| Other offences | Liquor offences | Liquor offences | 0 | 0 |
| Other offences | Pornography offences | Pornography offences | 0 | 0 |
| Other offences | Prostitution offences | Prostitution offences | 0 | 0 |
| Other offences | Transport regulatory offences | Transport regulatory offences | 0 | 0 |
| Other offences | Miscellaneous offences | Miscellaneous offences | 7 | 11 |
| Justice procedures offences | Against justice procedures | Escape custody | 0 | 0 |
| Justice procedures offences | Against justice procedures | Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 5 | 5 |
| Justice procedures offences | Against justice procedures | Breach bail conditions | 6 | 4 |
| Justice procedures offences | Against justice procedures | Fail to appear | 0 | 0 |
| Justice procedures offences | Against justice procedures | Resist or hinder officer | 2 | 0 |
| Justice procedures offences | Against justice procedures | Other offences against justice procedures | 0 | 0 |
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
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