Cherrybrook Crime Index

97

(100 is safest)

Safer than 97% of most Australia suburbs

Cherrybrook Crime Map

Cherrybrook crime map

Cherrybrook Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Cherrybrook
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 239, down 33% from 358 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Cherrybrook is in the 95th percentile for safety, meaning 5% of NSW suburbs are safer than Cherrybrook and 95% of suburbs are more dangerous than Cherrybrook.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 41% (16 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 20% (3 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of homicide offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 100% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of burglary offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 48% (14 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 39% (55 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of robbery offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 100% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2021 decreased by 38% (3 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 38% (15 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Cherrybrook: 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 Cherrybrook is safer than only 97% of all suburbs across the nation, regardless of population size. This implies that Cherrybrook’s crime rate is noticeably lower than the average compared to most Australia’s suburbs.

How does Cherrybrook perform compared to other suburbs of all population sizes in NSW? The crime rate in Cherrybrook is greater than that of roughly 5% of other suburbs in NSW, leading to very high public safety scores.

As a resident of Cherrybrook, the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 104 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 Cherrybrook’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 Cherrybrook. By doing so, we can gain a more in-depth insight into the nature and extent of crime in Cherrybrook.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis has uncovered that the rate of crimes against the person in Cherrybrook is 289 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 345 if you reside in Cherrybrook.

Our data reveals that the odds of becoming a victim of property crime in Cherrybrook are 1 in 149, with a rate of 667 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.

Cherrybrook Crime Rates by Offences Division

DivisionNumber of CrimesCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Crimes against the person55289
Property and deception offences127667
Drug offences842
Public order and security offences1158
Justice procedures offences1158
Other offences27142
Total2391254

Cherrybrook Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 345

In Cherrybrook

1 in 65

In NSW

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

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

Crimes Against the Person: Cherrybrook vs NSW

Cherrybrook population: 19053

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (per 100,000 residents)
Homicide07201
Assault2362864121770
Sexual offences121465063179
Robbery01760022
Abduction and kidnapping020303
Blackmail and Extortion012702
Intimidation, stalking and harassment2040910105501
Other offences against the person01883023

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Murder00
Sexual assault842
Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences421
Domestic violence related assault1789
Non-domestic violence related assault631

Cherrybrook Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 149

In Cherrybrook

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Cherrybrook vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Cherrybrook vs NSW, Australia

Cherrybrook population: 19053

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Theft861800284512204
Burglary/Break and Enter152496779306
Arson13760546
Malicious damage to property2549136131602

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Motor vehicle theft526
Steal from motor vehicle21110
Steal from retail store15
Break and enter dwelling1579
Break and enter non-dwelling00

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Cherrybrook vs NSW

Drug Offences: Cherrybrook 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 possession7340323741667
Drug dealing and trafficking0629307705
Cultivate or manufacture drugs0111601366
Other drug offences15841572

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: Cherrybrook vs NSW

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Disorderly conduct81732142212.07
Prohibited and regulated weapons offences31466416179.54

Cherrybrook Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Cherrybrook vs NSW

Cherrybrook Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Cherrybrook in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Cherrybrook?

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

What is the crime rate in Cherrybrook?

The overall crime rate in Cherrybrook, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 1254 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 Cherrybrook a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Cherrybrook total crime rate in 2021 was 1254. This means it’s 95% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Cherrybrook has a very high safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Cherrybrook safe at night?

28% of crimes in Cherrybrook occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Cherrybrook at night.

Total Crime Stats of Cherrybrook

DivisionSubdivisionOffence typeYear (2020)Year (2021)
Crimes against the personHomicideMurder10
Crimes against the personHomicideAttempted murder00
Crimes against the personHomicideMurder accessory, conspiracy00
Crimes against the personHomicideManslaughter00
Crimes against the personAssaultAssault Police10
Crimes against the personAssaultDomestic violence related assault2717
Crimes against the personAssaultNon-domestic violence related assault116
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual assault48
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences1152
Crimes against the personRobberyRobbery764
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 harassment3320
Crimes against the personOther offences against the personOther offences against the person20
Property and deception offencesTheftMotor vehicle theft85
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from motor vehicle3321
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from retail store21
Property and deception offencesTheftReceiving or handling stolen goods20
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from dwelling72
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from person21
Property and deception offencesTheftStock theft00
Property and deception offencesTheftFraud7652
Property and deception offencesTheftOther theft offences114
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter dwelling2215
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter non-dwelling710
Property and deception offencesArsonArson11
Property and deception offencesMalicious damage to propertyMalicious damage to property4025
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of cocaine11
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of narcotics00
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of cannabis75
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of amphetamines21
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of ecstasy00
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of other drugs30
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in cocaine00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in narcotics00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in cannabis10
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 offences21
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductTrespass46
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductOffensive conduct01
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductOffensive language00
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductCriminal intent01
Public order and security offencesProhibited and regulated weapons offencesProhibited and regulated weapons offences73
Other offencesBetting and gaming offencesBetting and gaming offences00
Other offencesLiquor offencesLiquor offences03
Other offencesPornography offencesPornography offences21
Other offencesProstitution offencesProstitution offences00
Other offencesTransport regulatory offencesTransport regulatory offences33
Other offencesMiscellaneous offencesMiscellaneous offences620
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresEscape custody00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach Apprehended Violence Order73
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach bail conditions98
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresFail to appear00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresResist or hinder officer10
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresOther offences against justice procedures10

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