Dorrigo Crime Index

42

(100 is safest)

Safer than 42% of most Australia suburbs

Dorrigo Crime Map

Dorrigo crime map

Dorrigo Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Dorrigo
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 63, down 13% from 72 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Dorrigo is in the 46th percentile for safety, meaning 54% of NSW suburbs are safer than Dorrigo and 46% of suburbs are more dangerous than Dorrigo.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 29% (4 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • There was no change in the number of 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 800% (8 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 46% (10 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 100% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 24% (4 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Dorrigo: 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 Dorrigo’s crime rate is about average for most suburbs and neighborhoods in Australia, as it is ranked safer than only 42% of suburbs across the country, irrespective of population size.

Approximately 54% of NSW suburbs have a lower crime rate compared to Dorrigo. Therefore, Dorrigo’s public safety metrics are moderate.

How risky is that? Living in Dorrigo comes with a statistical risk of 1 in 24 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 Dorrigo’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 Dorrigo.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis of Dorrigo crime statistics shows that there are 1245 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 Dorrigo are 1 in 79.

Our analysis indicates that if you reside in Dorrigo, your chances of falling victim to property crimes, including theft, burglary, arson, and malicious damage to property, are 1 in 34, equivalent to a rate of 2822 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.

Dorrigo Crime Rates by Offences Division

Dorrigo Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 79

In Dorrigo

1 in 65

In NSW

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

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

Crimes Against the Person: Dorrigo vs NSW

Dorrigo population: 1205

NSW population: 8058541

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

Dorrigo Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 34

In Dorrigo

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Dorrigo vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Dorrigo vs NSW, Australia

Dorrigo population: 1205

NSW population: 8058541

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

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Dorrigo vs NSW

Drug Offences: Dorrigo 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: Dorrigo vs NSW

Dorrigo Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Dorrigo vs NSW

Dorrigo Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Dorrigo in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Dorrigo?

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

What is the crime rate in Dorrigo?

The overall crime rate in Dorrigo, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 5228 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 Dorrigo a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Dorrigo total crime rate in 2021 was 5228. This means it’s 46% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Dorrigo has a moderate safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Dorrigo safe at night?

30% of crimes in Dorrigo occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Dorrigo at night.

Total Crime Stats of Dorrigo

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