Fletcher Crime Index

77

(100 is safest)

Safer than 77% of most Australia suburbs

Fletcher Crime Map

Fletcher crime map

Fletcher Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Fletcher
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 209, down 17% from 252 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Fletcher is in the 77th percentile for safety, meaning 23% of NSW suburbs are safer than Fletcher and 77% of suburbs are more dangerous than Fletcher.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 6% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 33% (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 40% (8 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 15% (11 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of robbery offences recorded in 2021 increased by 100% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2021 increased by 40% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 increased by 58% (14 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Fletcher: 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 Fletcher is safer than only 77% of all suburbs across the nation, regardless of population size. This implies that Fletcher’s crime rate is below average to the majority of suburbs in Australia.

How does Fletcher perform compared to other suburbs of all population sizes in NSW? The crime rate in Fletcher is greater than that of roughly 23% of other suburbs in NSW, leading to very high public safety scores.

As a resident of Fletcher, the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 45 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 Fletcher’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 Fletcher. By doing so, we can gain a more in-depth insight into the nature and extent of crime in Fletcher.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis has uncovered that the rate of crimes against the person in Fletcher is 775 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 128 if you reside in Fletcher.

Our data reveals that the odds of becoming a victim of property crime in Fletcher are 1 in 71, with a rate of 1387 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.

Fletcher Crime Rates by Offences Division

DivisionNumber of CrimesCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Crimes against the person62775
Property and deception offences1111387
Drug offences9112
Public order and security offences787
Justice procedures offences18225
Other offences225
Total2092611

Fletcher Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 128

In Fletcher

1 in 65

In NSW

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

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

Crimes Against the Person: Fletcher vs NSW

Fletcher population: 8004

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (per 100,000 residents)
Homicide07201
Assault3162864387770
Sexual offences1014650125179
Robbery117601222
Abduction and kidnapping020303
Blackmail and Extortion012702
Intimidation, stalking and harassment2040910250501
Other offences against the person01883023

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Murder00
Sexual assault675
Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences450
Domestic violence related assault15187
Non-domestic violence related assault16200

Fletcher Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 71

In Fletcher

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Fletcher vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Fletcher vs NSW, Australia

Fletcher population: 8004

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Theft611800287622204
Burglary/Break and Enter1224967150306
Arson03760046
Malicious damage to property3849136475602

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Motor vehicle theft787
Steal from motor vehicle23287
Steal from retail store112
Break and enter dwelling9112
Break and enter non-dwelling337

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Fletcher vs NSW

Drug Offences: Fletcher 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 possession4340325041667
Drug dealing and trafficking16293127705
Cultivate or manufacture drugs0111601366
Other drug offences458415072

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: Fletcher vs NSW

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Disorderly conduct41732150212.07
Prohibited and regulated weapons offences31466437179.54

Fletcher Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Fletcher vs NSW

Fletcher Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Fletcher in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Fletcher?

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

What is the crime rate in Fletcher?

The overall crime rate in Fletcher, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 2611 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 Fletcher a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Fletcher total crime rate in 2021 was 2611. This means it’s 77% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Fletcher has a very high safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Fletcher safe at night?

36% of crimes in Fletcher occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Fletcher at night.

Total Crime Stats of Fletcher

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 Police00
Crimes against the personAssaultDomestic violence related assault2015
Crimes against the personAssaultNon-domestic violence related assault1316
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual assault76
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences819
Crimes against the personRobberyRobbery324
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 harassment2320
Crimes against the personOther offences against the personOther offences against the person00
Property and deception offencesTheftMotor vehicle theft57
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from motor vehicle1723
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from retail store41
Property and deception offencesTheftReceiving or handling stolen goods01
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from dwelling108
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from person01
Property and deception offencesTheftStock theft00
Property and deception offencesTheftFraud3219
Property and deception offencesTheftOther theft offences41
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter dwelling149
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter non-dwelling613
Property and deception offencesArsonArson20
Property and deception offencesMalicious damage to propertyMalicious damage to property2438
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of cocaine00
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of narcotics00
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of cannabis23
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of amphetamines10
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of ecstasy00
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of other drugs41
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in cocaine11
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in narcotics00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in cannabis00
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 cannabis10
Drug offencesCultivate or manufacture drugsManufacture drug00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingImporting drugs00
Drug offencesOther drug offencesOther drug offences24
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductTrespass31
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductOffensive conduct13
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductOffensive language00
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductCriminal intent00
Public order and security offencesProhibited and regulated weapons offencesProhibited and regulated weapons offences13
Other offencesBetting and gaming offencesBetting and gaming offences00
Other offencesLiquor offencesLiquor offences00
Other offencesPornography offencesPornography offences20
Other offencesProstitution offencesProstitution offences00
Other offencesTransport regulatory offencesTransport regulatory offences00
Other offencesMiscellaneous offencesMiscellaneous offences32
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresEscape custody00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach Apprehended Violence Order279
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach bail conditions126
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresFail to appear00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresResist or hinder officer32
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresOther offences against justice procedures01

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