Cambridge Gardens Crime Index
18
(100 is safest)
Safer than 18% of most Australia suburbs
Cambridge Gardens Crime Map
Cambridge Gardens Crime Statistics at a Glance
The chart below shows the 60-month trend of the number of offences that occurred in Cambridge Gardens.
- The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 214, up 26% from 170 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
- Cambridge Gardens is in the 19th percentile for safety, meaning 81% of NSW suburbs are safer than Cambridge Gardens and 19% of suburbs are more dangerous than Cambridge Gardens.
- The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 8% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
- The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 decreased 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 decreased by 29% (4 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 increased by 40% (21 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 50% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 increased by 7% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
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Crime in Cambridge Gardens: An In-Depth Analysis
According to AU Crime Rate’s analysis of the latest crime statistics from the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, Cambridge Gardens is ranked safer than 18% of the suburbs across Australia, regardless of population size. That means that Cambridge Gardens crime rate is considerably higher than the average across most suburbs in Australia.
In NSW, only about 81% of suburbs have a lower crime rate than Cambridge Gardens. As a result, Cambridge Gardens has low scores in public safety metrics.
If you are a resident of Cambridge Gardens, your chance of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 13 (based on the total crime rate of crimes against the person and property combined) while the New South Wales average is 1 in 20.
Let’s take a closer look at Cambridge Gardens’s crime statistics and see how it fares in terms of crimes against person and property crimes. This information is crucial because it can shed light on whether violent or property crimes or both, are the primary factors driving Cambridge Gardens’s overall crime rate. So, are you curious to learn more about Cambridge Gardens’s crime data and what they reveal about the suburb’s safety and security? Let’s dive in!
AU Crime Rate’s analysis reveals that against the person crime rate in Cambridge Gardens is 2177 per one hundred thousand inhabitants while the NSW average rate is 1500. So, one’s chances of becoming a victim of crimes against the person in Cambridge Gardens is 1 in 45. The crimes against the person included in this analysis are homicide, assault, sexual offences, robbery, abduction, kidnapping, stalking, blackmail, and extortion.
From our analysis, we discovered that your odds of becoming a victim of a property crime if you live in Cambridge Gardens is 1 in 19. This is equal to a rate of 4899 per one hundred thousand residents compared to a rate of 3158 per 100,000 residents for NSW state. It’s worth mentioning that the property crimes tracked here 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.
Cambridge Gardens Crime Rates by Offences Division
| Division | Number of Crimes | Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) |
|---|---|---|
| Crimes against the person | 44 | 2177 |
| Property and deception offences | 99 | 4899 |
| Drug offences | 15 | 742 |
| Public order and security offences | 14 | 693 |
| Justice procedures offences | 14 | 693 |
| Other offences | 28 | 1385 |
| Total | 214 | 10589 |
Cambridge Gardens Crimes Against the Person
My Chances of Becoming a Victim of a Crime Against the Person
1 in 45
In Cambridge Gardens
1 in 65
In NSW
Crimes Against the Person Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Crimes Against the Person: Cambridge Gardens vs NSW
Cambridge Gardens population: 2021
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 | 24 | 62864 | 1188 | 770 |
| Sexual offences | 3 | 14650 | 148 | 179 |
| Robbery | 0 | 1760 | 0 | 22 |
| Abduction and kidnapping | 0 | 203 | 0 | 3 |
| Blackmail and Extortion | 0 | 127 | 0 | 2 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 17 | 40910 | 841 | 501 |
| Other offences against the person | 0 | 1883 | 0 | 23 |
Here is a breakdown of the major crimes against the person (violent crimes) including the number of offences and Cambridge Gardens crime rates for the selected offences.
| Crimes | No. of offences | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Murder | 0 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 99 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 49 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 11 | 544 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 13 | 643 |
Cambridge Gardens Property and Deception Offences
My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences
1 in 19
In Cambridge Gardens
1 in 30
In NSW
Property and Deception Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Property and Deception Offences: Cambridge Gardens vs NSW, Australia
Cambridge Gardens population: 2021
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 | 73 | 180028 | 3612 | 2204 |
| Burglary/Break and Enter | 10 | 24967 | 495 | 306 |
| Arson | 1 | 3760 | 49 | 46 |
| Malicious damage to property | 15 | 49136 | 742 | 602 |
An overview of the major property and deception offences, including Cambridge Gardens crime statistics for each offence type.
| Crimes | No. of offences | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 49 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 10 | 495 |
| Steal from retail store | 24 | 1188 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 49 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 9 | 445 |
Drug Offences
Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Drug Offences: Cambridge Gardens 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 | 7 | 34032 | 346 | 41667 |
| Drug dealing and trafficking | 6 | 6293 | 297 | 7705 |
| Cultivate or manufacture drugs | 2 | 1116 | 99 | 1366 |
| Other drug offences | 0 | 5841 | 0 | 72 |
Public Order and Security Offences
Public Order and Security Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Public Order and Security Offences: Cambridge Gardens 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 | 2 | 17321 | 99 | 212.07 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 12 | 14664 | 594 | 179.54 |
Cambridge Gardens Crimes per Square KM
Cambridge Gardens Crime FAQs
How many murders were in Cambridge Gardens in 2021?
According to the New South Wales Police Force and BOSCAR data, there were 0 murders in Cambridge Gardens in 2021. The number of homicides (which includes murders, attempted murder, murder conspiracy, and manslaughters) was 0.
What’s the most common crime in Cambridge Gardens?
According to the latest available data from the New South Wales Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, the most common type of crime in Cambridge Gardens is fraud.
What is the crime rate in Cambridge Gardens?
The overall crime rate in Cambridge Gardens, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 10589 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 Cambridge Gardens a safe place to live in?
NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Cambridge Gardens total crime rate in 2021 was 10589. This means it’s 19% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Cambridge Gardens has a low safety profile according to our scoring systems.
Is Cambridge Gardens safe at night?
33% of crimes in Cambridge Gardens occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Cambridge Gardens at night.
Total Crime Stats of Cambridge Gardens
| 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 | 13 | 11 |
| Crimes against the person | Assault | Non-domestic violence related assault | 12 | 13 |
| Crimes against the person | Sexual offencens | Sexual assault | 5 | 2 |
| Crimes against the person | Sexual offencens | Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 3 | 28 |
| Crimes against the person | Robbery | Robbery | 17 | 1 |
| Crimes against the person | Abduction and kidnapping | Abduction and kidnapping | 0 | 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 | 18 | 17 |
| Crimes against the person | Other offences against the person | Other offences against the person | 1 | 0 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 1 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Steal from motor vehicle | 8 | 10 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Steal from retail store | 14 | 24 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Receiving or handling stolen goods | 3 | 0 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Steal from dwelling | 4 | 2 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Steal from person | 2 | 1 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Stock theft | 0 | 0 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Fraud | 17 | 28 |
| Property and deception offences | Theft | Other theft offences | 2 | 7 |
| Property and deception offences | Burglary/Break and enter | Break and enter dwelling | 3 | 1 |
| Property and deception offences | Burglary/Break and enter | Break and enter non-dwelling | 11 | 19 |
| Property and deception offences | Arson | Arson | 1 | 1 |
| Property and deception offences | Malicious damage to property | Malicious damage to property | 14 | 15 |
| Drug offences | Drug use and possession | Possession and/or use of cocaine | 1 | 2 |
| 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 | 2 | 2 |
| Drug offences | Drug use and possession | Possession and/or use of ecstasy | 1 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Drug use and possession | Possession and/or use of other drugs | 3 | 1 |
| Drug offences | Drug dealing and trafficking | Dealing, trafficking in cocaine | 2 | 2 |
| Drug offences | Drug dealing and trafficking | Dealing, trafficking in narcotics | 0 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Drug dealing and trafficking | Dealing, trafficking in cannabis | 0 | 4 |
| 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 | 2 |
| Drug offences | Cultivate or manufacture drugs | Manufacture drug | 0 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Drug dealing and trafficking | Importing drugs | 0 | 0 |
| Drug offences | Other drug offences | Other drug offences | 0 | 0 |
| Public order and security offences | Disorderly conduct | Trespass | 1 | 1 |
| Public order and security offences | Disorderly conduct | Offensive conduct | 1 | 1 |
| Public order and security offences | Disorderly conduct | Offensive language | 2 | 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 | 6 | 12 |
| Other offences | Betting and gaming offences | Betting and gaming offences | 0 | 0 |
| Other offences | Liquor offences | Liquor offences | 1 | 2 |
| Other offences | Pornography offences | Pornography offences | 0 | 1 |
| Other offences | Prostitution offences | Prostitution offences | 0 | 0 |
| Other offences | Transport regulatory offences | Transport regulatory offences | 0 | 0 |
| Other offences | Miscellaneous offences | Miscellaneous offences | 4 | 25 |
| Justice procedures offences | Against justice procedures | Escape custody | 0 | 0 |
| Justice procedures offences | Against justice procedures | Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 7 | 7 |
| Justice procedures offences | Against justice procedures | Breach bail conditions | 0 | 6 |
| Justice procedures offences | Against justice procedures | Fail to appear | 0 | 0 |
| Justice procedures offences | Against justice procedures | Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 1 |
| 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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