Forest Hill Crime Index

43

(100 is safest)

Safer than 43% of most Australia suburbs

Forest Hill Crime Map

Forest Hill crime map

Forest Hill Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Forest Hill
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 188, up 45% from 130 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Forest Hill is in the 39th percentile for safety, meaning 61% of NSW suburbs are safer than Forest Hill and 39% of suburbs are more dangerous than Forest Hill.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 increased by 11% (2 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 decreased by 44% (4 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 increased by 4% (1 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 200% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 increased by 31% (5 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Forest Hill: 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 Forest Hill’s crime rate is about average for most suburbs and neighborhoods in Australia, as it is ranked safer than only 43% of suburbs across the country, irrespective of population size.

Approximately 61% of NSW suburbs have a lower crime rate compared to Forest Hill. Therefore, Forest Hill’s public safety metrics are moderate.

How risky is that? Living in Forest Hill comes with a statistical risk of 1 in 6 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 Forest Hill’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 Forest Hill.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis of Forest Hill crime statistics shows that there are 1522 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 Forest Hill are 1 in 65.

Our analysis indicates that if you reside in Forest Hill, your chances of falling victim to property crimes, including theft, burglary, arson, and malicious damage to property, are 1 in 55, equivalent to a rate of 1781 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.

Forest Hill Crime Rates by Offences Division

Forest Hill Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 65

In Forest Hill

1 in 65

In NSW

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

Violent crimes against the person in Forest Hill vs New South Wales in Australia

Crimes Against the Person: Forest Hill vs NSW

Forest Hill population: 3088

NSW population: 8058541

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

Forest Hill Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 55

In Forest Hill

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Forest Hill vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Forest Hill vs NSW, Australia

Forest Hill population: 3088

NSW population: 8058541

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

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Forest Hill vs NSW

Drug Offences: Forest Hill 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: Forest Hill vs NSW

Forest Hill Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Forest Hill vs NSW

Forest Hill Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Forest Hill in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Forest Hill?

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

What is the crime rate in Forest Hill?

The overall crime rate in Forest Hill, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 6088 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 Forest Hill a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Forest Hill total crime rate in 2021 was 6088. This means it’s 39% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Forest Hill has a moderate safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Forest Hill safe at night?

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

Total Crime Stats of Forest Hill

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