Blayney Crime Index

23

(100 is safest)

Safer than 23% of most Australia suburbs

Blayney Crime Map

Blayney crime map

Blayney Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Blayney
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 302, up 2% from 296 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Blayney is in the 25th percentile for safety, meaning 75% of NSW suburbs are safer than Blayney and 25% of suburbs are more dangerous than Blayney.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 5% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 increased by 63% (5 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 22% (5 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 increased by 6% (3 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of robbery offences recorded in 2021 increased by 100% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2021 increased by 50% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 23% (11 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Blayney: An In-Depth Analysis

Based on the latest crime statistics from the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, AU Crime Rate’s analysis indicates that Blayney is safer than only 23% of all suburbs across the nation, regardless of population size. This implies that Blayney’s crime rate is quite a bit higher than average regarding to most Australian suburbs.

How does Blayney perform compared to other suburbs of all population sizes in NSW? The crime rate in Blayney is greater than that of roughly 75% of other suburbs in NSW, leading to low public safety scores.

As a resident of Blayney, the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 15 based on the combined crime rate of offences against the person and property. This is in contrast to the New South Wales average, where the chance of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 20.

To get a more comprehensive understanding of Blayney’s crime statistics, it is essential to take a closer look at its against the person and property crime data. This examination is particularly critical because it enables us to determine whether violent crime, property crime, or both are the primary contributors to the total crime rate in Blayney. By doing so, we can gain a more in-depth insight into the nature and extent of crime in Blayney.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis has uncovered that the rate of crimes against the person in Blayney is 2438 per one hundred thousand inhabitants. By contrast, the statewide average for such crimes stands at 1500. This suggests that experiencing serious offences like homicide, assault, sexual offences, robbery, abduction, kidnapping, stalking, blackmail, or extortion is 1 in 40 if you reside in Blayney.

Our data reveals that the odds of becoming a victim of property crime in Blayney are 1 in 27, with a rate of 3628 incidents per 100,000 residents. Keep in mind that the NSW average is 3158 incidents per 100,000 residents. The types of property crimes tracked in this analysis include 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.

Blayney Crime Rates by Offences Division

DivisionNumber of CrimesCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Crimes against the person842438
Property and deception offences1253628
Drug offences8232
Public order and security offences24697
Justice procedures offences371074
Other offences24697
Total3028766

Blayney Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 40

In Blayney

1 in 65

In NSW

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

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

Crimes Against the Person: Blayney vs NSW

Blayney population: 3445

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (per 100,000 residents)
Homicide07201
Assault40628641161770
Sexual offences1314650377179
Robbery117602922
Abduction and kidnapping020303
Blackmail and Extortion012702
Intimidation, stalking and harassment3040910871501
Other offences against the person01883023

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Murder00
Sexual assault7203
Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences6174
Domestic violence related assault19552
Non-domestic violence related assault21610

Blayney Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 27

In Blayney

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Blayney vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Blayney vs NSW, Australia

Blayney population: 3445

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Theft5618002816262204
Burglary/Break and Enter2824967813306
Arson4376011646
Malicious damage to property37491361074602

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Motor vehicle theft6174
Steal from motor vehicle7203
Steal from retail store9261
Break and enter dwelling21610
Break and enter non-dwelling7203

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Blayney vs NSW

Drug Offences: Blayney 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 possession63403217441667
Drug dealing and trafficking0629307705
Cultivate or manufacture drugs21116581366
Other drug offences05841072

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: Blayney vs NSW

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Disorderly conduct1917321552212.07
Prohibited and regulated weapons offences514664145179.54

Blayney Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Blayney vs NSW

Blayney Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Blayney in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Blayney?

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

What is the crime rate in Blayney?

The overall crime rate in Blayney, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 8766 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 Blayney a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Blayney total crime rate in 2021 was 8766. This means it’s 25% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Blayney has a low safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Blayney safe at night?

43% of crimes in Blayney occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s moderate safety to walk alone in Blayney at night.

Total Crime Stats of Blayney

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 Police20
Crimes against the personAssaultDomestic violence related assault2519
Crimes against the personAssaultNon-domestic violence related assault1521
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual assault27
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences69
Crimes against the personRobberyRobbery156
Crimes against the personAbduction and kidnappingAbduction and kidnapping10
Crimes against the personBlackmail and extortionBlackmail and extortion00
Crimes against the personIntimidation, stalking and harassmentIntimidation, stalking and harassment2130
Crimes against the personOther offences against the personOther offences against the person60
Property and deception offencesTheftMotor vehicle theft46
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from motor vehicle77
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from retail store49
Property and deception offencesTheftReceiving or handling stolen goods12
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from dwelling1115
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from person02
Property and deception offencesTheftStock theft00
Property and deception offencesTheftFraud159
Property and deception offencesTheftOther theft offences116
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter dwelling1221
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter non-dwelling1117
Property and deception offencesArsonArson54
Property and deception offencesMalicious damage to propertyMalicious damage to property4837
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of cocaine10
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of narcotics00
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of cannabis54
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of amphetamines42
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of ecstasy00
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of other drugs00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in cocaine00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in narcotics00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in cannabis00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in amphetamines00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in ecstasy00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in other drugs00
Drug offencesCultivate or manufacture drugsCultivating cannabis12
Drug offencesCultivate or manufacture drugsManufacture drug00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingImporting drugs00
Drug offencesOther drug offencesOther drug offences30
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductTrespass1016
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductOffensive conduct01
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductOffensive language11
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductCriminal intent01
Public order and security offencesProhibited and regulated weapons offencesProhibited and regulated weapons offences65
Other offencesBetting and gaming offencesBetting and gaming offences00
Other offencesLiquor offencesLiquor offences24
Other offencesPornography offencesPornography offences11
Other offencesProstitution offencesProstitution offences00
Other offencesTransport regulatory offencesTransport regulatory offences00
Other offencesMiscellaneous offencesMiscellaneous offences1619
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresEscape custody00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach Apprehended Violence Order1522
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach bail conditions1813
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresFail to appear00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresResist or hinder officer32
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresOther offences against justice procedures30

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