Bobs Farm Crime Index

46

(100 is safest)

Safer than 46% of most Australia suburbs

Bobs Farm Crime Map

Bobs Farm crime map

Bobs Farm Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Bobs Farm
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 33, up 38% from 24 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Bobs Farm is in the 48th percentile for safety, meaning 52% of NSW suburbs are safer than Bobs Farm and 48% of suburbs are more dangerous than Bobs Farm.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 increased by 100% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 100% (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 increased by 100% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 increased by 13% (1 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 67% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 increased by 100% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Bobs Farm: 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 Bobs Farm’s crime rate is about average for most suburbs and neighborhoods in Australia, as it is ranked safer than only 46% of suburbs across the country, irrespective of population size.

Approximately 52% of NSW suburbs have a lower crime rate compared to Bobs Farm. Therefore, Bobs Farm’s public safety metrics are moderate.

How risky is that? Living in Bobs Farm comes with a statistical risk of 1 in 34 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 Bobs Farm’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 Bobs Farm.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis of Bobs Farm crime statistics shows that there are 906 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 Bobs Farm are 1 in 109.

Our analysis indicates that if you reside in Bobs Farm, your chances of falling victim to property crimes, including theft, burglary, arson, and malicious damage to property, are 1 in 50, equivalent to a rate of 1964 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.

Bobs Farm Crime Rates by Offences Division

Bobs Farm Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 109

In Bobs Farm

1 in 65

In NSW

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

Violent crimes against the person in Bobs Farm vs New South Wales in Australia

Crimes Against the Person: Bobs Farm vs NSW

Bobs Farm population: 662

NSW population: 8058541

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

Bobs Farm Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 50

In Bobs Farm

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Bobs Farm vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Bobs Farm vs NSW, Australia

Bobs Farm population: 662

NSW population: 8058541

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

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Bobs Farm vs NSW

Drug Offences: Bobs Farm 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: Bobs Farm vs NSW

Bobs Farm Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Bobs Farm vs NSW

Bobs Farm Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Bobs Farm in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Bobs Farm?

According to the latest available data from the New South Wales Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, the most common type of crime in Bobs Farm is receiving or handling stolen goods.

What is the crime rate in Bobs Farm?

The overall crime rate in Bobs Farm, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 4985 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 Bobs Farm a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Bobs Farm total crime rate in 2021 was 4985. This means it’s 48% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Bobs Farm has a moderate safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Bobs Farm safe at night?

39% of crimes in Bobs Farm occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Bobs Farm at night.

Total Crime Stats of Bobs Farm

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