Boolaroo Crime Index

12

(100 is safest)

Safer than 12% of most Australia suburbs

Boolaroo Crime Map

Boolaroo crime map

Boolaroo Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Boolaroo
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 239, up 24% from 193 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Boolaroo is in the 12nd percentile for safety, meaning 88% of NSW suburbs are safer than Boolaroo and 12% of suburbs are more dangerous than Boolaroo.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 increased by 85% (11 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 increased by 33% (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 54% (7 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 increased by 18% (11 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 increased by 275% (11 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 38% (3 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Boolaroo: 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 Boolaroo is safer than only 12% of all suburbs across the nation, regardless of population size. This implies that Boolaroo’s crime rate is considerably higher than the average across most suburbs in Australia.

How does Boolaroo perform compared to other suburbs of all population sizes in NSW? The crime rate in Boolaroo is greater than that of roughly 88% of other suburbs in NSW, leading to low public safety scores.

As a resident of Boolaroo, the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 10 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 Boolaroo’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 Boolaroo. By doing so, we can gain a more in-depth insight into the nature and extent of crime in Boolaroo.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis has uncovered that the rate of crimes against the person in Boolaroo is 2520 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 39 if you reside in Boolaroo.

Our data reveals that the odds of becoming a victim of property crime in Boolaroo are 1 in 15, with a rate of 6208 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.

Boolaroo Crime Rates by Offences Division

DivisionNumber of CrimesCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Crimes against the person412520
Property and deception offences1016208
Drug offences8492
Public order and security offences6369
Justice procedures offences13799
Other offences704302
Total23914690

Boolaroo Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 39

In Boolaroo

1 in 65

In NSW

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

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

Crimes Against the Person: Boolaroo vs NSW

Boolaroo population: 1627

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (per 100,000 residents)
Homicide07201
Assault24628641475770
Sexual offences414650246179
Robbery01760022
Abduction and kidnapping020303
Blackmail and Extortion012702
Intimidation, stalking and harassment1340910799501
Other offences against the person01883023

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Murder00
Sexual assault2123
Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences2123
Domestic violence related assault13799
Non-domestic violence related assault10615

Boolaroo Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 15

In Boolaroo

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Boolaroo vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Boolaroo vs NSW, Australia

Boolaroo population: 1627

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Theft7318002844872204
Burglary/Break and Enter20249671229306
Arson3376018446
Malicious damage to property549136307602

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Motor vehicle theft15922
Steal from motor vehicle8492
Steal from retail store16983
Break and enter dwelling7430
Break and enter non-dwelling13799

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Boolaroo vs NSW

Drug Offences: Boolaroo 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 possession63403236941667
Drug dealing and trafficking0629307705
Cultivate or manufacture drugs0111601366
Other drug offences2584112372

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: Boolaroo vs NSW

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Disorderly conduct417321246212.07
Prohibited and regulated weapons offences214664123179.54

Boolaroo Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Boolaroo vs NSW

Boolaroo Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Boolaroo in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Boolaroo?

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

What is the crime rate in Boolaroo?

The overall crime rate in Boolaroo, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 14690 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 Boolaroo a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Boolaroo total crime rate in 2021 was 14690. This means it’s 12% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Boolaroo has a low safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Boolaroo safe at night?

35% of crimes in Boolaroo occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Boolaroo at night.

Total Crime Stats of Boolaroo

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 Police01
Crimes against the personAssaultDomestic violence related assault713
Crimes against the personAssaultNon-domestic violence related assault610
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual assault32
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences018
Crimes against the personRobberyRobbery152
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 harassment1313
Crimes against the personOther offences against the personOther offences against the person10
Property and deception offencesTheftMotor vehicle theft415
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from motor vehicle138
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from retail store2016
Property and deception offencesTheftReceiving or handling stolen goods12
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from dwelling34
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from person00
Property and deception offencesTheftStock theft00
Property and deception offencesTheftFraud1518
Property and deception offencesTheftOther theft offences610
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter dwelling67
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter non-dwelling7113
Property and deception offencesArsonArson03
Property and deception offencesMalicious damage to propertyMalicious damage to property85
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of cocaine00
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of narcotics00
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of cannabis44
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of amphetamines40
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of ecstasy00
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of other drugs02
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 cannabis00
Drug offencesCultivate or manufacture drugsManufacture drug00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingImporting drugs00
Drug offencesOther drug offencesOther drug offences12
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductTrespass34
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductOffensive conduct10
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductOffensive language00
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductCriminal intent20
Public order and security offencesProhibited and regulated weapons offencesProhibited and regulated weapons offences52
Other offencesBetting and gaming offencesBetting and gaming offences00
Other offencesLiquor offencesLiquor offences00
Other offencesPornography offencesPornography offences00
Other offencesProstitution offencesProstitution offences00
Other offencesTransport regulatory offencesTransport regulatory offences5142
Other offencesMiscellaneous offencesMiscellaneous offences328
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresEscape custody00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach Apprehended Violence Order34
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach bail conditions26
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresFail to appear00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresResist or hinder officer13
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