Edgecliff Crime Index

32

(100 is safest)

Safer than 32% of most Australia suburbs

Edgecliff Crime Map

Edgecliff crime map

Edgecliff Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Edgecliff
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 207, up 62% from 128 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Edgecliff is in the 27th percentile for safety, meaning 73% of NSW suburbs are safer than Edgecliff and 27% of suburbs are more dangerous than Edgecliff.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 8% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 increased by 14% (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 decreased by 33% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 increased by 39% (22 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% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • There were no motor vehicle theft offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 increased by 114% (8 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Edgecliff: 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 Edgecliff’s crime rate is quite a bit higher than average regarding to most Australian suburbs, as it is ranked safer than only 32% of suburbs across the country, irrespective of population size.

Approximately 73% of NSW suburbs have a lower crime rate compared to Edgecliff. Therefore, Edgecliff’s public safety metrics are moderate.

How risky is that? Living in Edgecliff comes with a statistical risk of 1 in 19 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 Edgecliff’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 Edgecliff.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis of Edgecliff crime statistics shows that there are 1156 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 Edgecliff are 1 in 85.

Our analysis indicates that if you reside in Edgecliff, your chances of falling victim to property crimes, including theft, burglary, arson, and malicious damage to property, are 1 in 25, equivalent to a rate of 3908 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.

Edgecliff Crime Rates by Offences Division

DivisionNumber of CrimesCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Crimes against the person291156
Property and deception offences983908
Drug offences18718
Public order and security offences11439
Justice procedures offences9359
Other offences421675
Total2078254

Edgecliff Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 85

In Edgecliff

1 in 65

In NSW

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

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

Crimes Against the Person: Edgecliff vs NSW

Edgecliff population: 2508

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (per 100,000 residents)
Homicide07201
Assault1262864478770
Sexual offences814650319179
Robbery01760022
Abduction and kidnapping020303
Blackmail and Extortion1127402
Intimidation, stalking and harassment840910319501
Other offences against the person01883023

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Murder00
Sexual assault6239
Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences280
Domestic violence related assault7279
Non-domestic violence related assault5199

Edgecliff Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 25

In Edgecliff

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Edgecliff vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Edgecliff vs NSW, Australia

Edgecliff population: 2508

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Theft7918002831502204
Burglary/Break and Enter424967159306
Arson03760046
Malicious damage to property1549136598602

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Motor vehicle theft00
Steal from motor vehicle8319
Steal from retail store24957
Break and enter dwelling3120
Break and enter non-dwelling140

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Edgecliff vs NSW

Drug Offences: Edgecliff 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 possession93403235941667
Drug dealing and trafficking762932797705
Cultivate or manufacture drugs0111601366
Other drug offences258418072

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: Edgecliff vs NSW

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Disorderly conduct717321279212.07
Prohibited and regulated weapons offences414664159179.54

Edgecliff Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Edgecliff vs NSW

Edgecliff Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Edgecliff in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Edgecliff?

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

What is the crime rate in Edgecliff?

The overall crime rate in Edgecliff, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 8254 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 Edgecliff a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Edgecliff total crime rate in 2021 was 8254. This means it’s 27% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Edgecliff has a moderate safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Edgecliff safe at night?

52% of crimes in Edgecliff occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s moderate safety to walk alone in Edgecliff at night.

Total Crime Stats of Edgecliff

DivisionSubdivisionOffence typeYear (2020)Year (2021)
Crimes against the personHomicideMurder00
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 assault47
Crimes against the personAssaultNon-domestic violence related assault85
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual assault56
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences226
Crimes against the personRobberyRobbery112
Crimes against the personAbduction and kidnappingAbduction and kidnapping00
Crimes against the personBlackmail and extortionBlackmail and extortion01
Crimes against the personIntimidation, stalking and harassmentIntimidation, stalking and harassment68
Crimes against the personOther offences against the personOther offences against the person00
Property and deception offencesTheftMotor vehicle theft20
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from motor vehicle38
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from retail store2124
Property and deception offencesTheftReceiving or handling stolen goods56
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from dwelling88
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from person31
Property and deception offencesTheftStock theft00
Property and deception offencesTheftFraud1126
Property and deception offencesTheftOther theft offences46
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter dwelling33
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter non-dwelling311
Property and deception offencesArsonArson00
Property and deception offencesMalicious damage to propertyMalicious damage to property715
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of cocaine23
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of narcotics00
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of cannabis32
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of amphetamines13
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of ecstasy00
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of other drugs01
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in cocaine27
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in narcotics00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in cannabis00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in amphetamines10
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 offences32
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductTrespass23
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductOffensive conduct02
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductOffensive language00
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductCriminal intent12
Public order and security offencesProhibited and regulated weapons offencesProhibited and regulated weapons offences04
Other offencesBetting and gaming offencesBetting and gaming offences00
Other offencesLiquor offencesLiquor offences00
Other offencesPornography offencesPornography offences00
Other offencesProstitution offencesProstitution offences00
Other offencesTransport regulatory offencesTransport regulatory offences922
Other offencesMiscellaneous offencesMiscellaneous offences420
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresEscape custody00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach Apprehended Violence Order13
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach bail conditions33
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresFail to appear00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresResist or hinder officer03
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresOther offences against justice procedures00

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