Broadwater Crime Index

59

(100 is safest)

Safer than 59% of most Australia suburbs

Broadwater Crime Map

Broadwater (Bega Valley) crime map

Broadwater Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Broadwater (Bega Valley)
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 11, down 15% from 13 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Broadwater is in the 30th percentile for safety, meaning 70% of NSW suburbs are safer than Broadwater and 30% of suburbs are more dangerous than Broadwater.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 50% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • There were no sexual offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • 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 decreased by 100% (2 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 100% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • There were no motor vehicle theft offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • There were no vandalism (Property damage) offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.

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Crime in Broadwater: 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 Broadwater are about average for most suburbs and neighborhoods in Australia. In fact, it is considered safer than about 59% of suburbs in the country across all population sizes.

The crime rates in Broadwater are higher than approximately 70% 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 47 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 Broadwater’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 Broadwater. So join us on this exploration, as we uncover the nature and extent of crime in this community.

Broadwater Crime rate for crimes against the person is 694 per 100,000 inhabitants, whereas the NSW average rate is 1500. This meant that the likelihood of becoming a victim of such crimes in Broadwater was 1 in 143. 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 Broadwater is 1 in 71, with a rate of 1389 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.

Broadwater Crime Rates by Offences Division

Broadwater Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 143

In Broadwater

1 in 65

In NSW

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

Violent crimes against the person in Broadwater (Bega Valley) vs New South Wales in Australia

Crimes Against the Person: Broadwater vs NSW

Broadwater population: 144

NSW population: 8058541

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

Broadwater Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 71

In Broadwater (Bega Valley)

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Broadwater (Bega Valley) vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Broadwater vs NSW, Australia

Broadwater population: 144

NSW population: 8058541

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

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Broadwater (Bega Valley) vs NSW

Drug Offences: Broadwater 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: Broadwater vs NSW

Broadwater Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Broadwater (Bega Valley) vs NSW

Broadwater Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Broadwater in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Broadwater?

According to the latest available data from the New South Wales Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, the most common type of crime in Broadwater is domestic violence related assault.

What is the crime rate in Broadwater?

The overall crime rate in Broadwater, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 7639 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 Broadwater a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Broadwater total crime rate in 2021 was 7639. This means it’s 30% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Broadwater has a moderate safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Broadwater safe at night?

32% of crimes in Broadwater occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Broadwater at night.

Total Crime Stats of Broadwater

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