Dover Heights Crime Index

82

(100 is safest)

Safer than 82% of most Australia suburbs

Dover Heights Crime Map

Dover Heights crime map

Dover Heights Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Dover Heights
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 124, up 65% from 75 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Dover Heights is in the 70th percentile for safety, meaning 30% of NSW suburbs are safer than Dover Heights and 70% of suburbs are more dangerous than Dover Heights.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 33% (3 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 267% (8 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 increased by 132% (25 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 increased by 500% (5 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 40% (4 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Dover Heights: 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 Dover Heights are noticeably lower than the average compared to most Australia’s suburbs. In fact, it is considered safer than about 82% of suburbs in the country across all population sizes.

The crime rates in Dover Heights are higher than approximately 30% of other suburbs in NSW. Consequently, the suburb has high scores for public safety.

Your chance of becoming a victim of a crime if you live here? It’s 1 in 50 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 Dover Heights’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 Dover Heights. So join us on this exploration, as we uncover the nature and extent of crime in this community.

Dover Heights Crime rate for crimes against the person is 443 per 100,000 inhabitants, whereas the NSW average rate is 1500. This meant that the likelihood of becoming a victim of such crimes in Dover Heights was 1 in 225. 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 Dover Heights is 1 in 66, with a rate of 1500 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.

Dover Heights Crime Rates by Offences Division

Dover Heights Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 225

In Dover Heights

1 in 65

In NSW

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

Violent crimes against the person in Dover Heights vs New South Wales in Australia

Crimes Against the Person: Dover Heights vs NSW

Dover Heights population: 4067

NSW population: 8058541

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

Dover Heights Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 66

In Dover Heights

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Dover Heights vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Dover Heights vs NSW, Australia

Dover Heights population: 4067

NSW population: 8058541

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

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Dover Heights vs NSW

Drug Offences: Dover Heights 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: Dover Heights vs NSW

Dover Heights Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Dover Heights vs NSW

Dover Heights Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Dover Heights in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Dover Heights?

According to the latest available data from the New South Wales Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, the most common type of crime in Dover Heights is steal from motor vehicle.

What is the crime rate in Dover Heights?

The overall crime rate in Dover Heights, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 3049 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 Dover Heights a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Dover Heights total crime rate in 2021 was 3049. This means it’s 70% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Dover Heights has a high safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Dover Heights safe at night?

41% of crimes in Dover Heights occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s moderate safety to walk alone in Dover Heights at night.

Total Crime Stats of Dover Heights

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