Gwandalan Crime Index

50

(100 is safest)

Safer than 50% of most Australia suburbs

Gwandalan Crime Map

Gwandalan crime map

Gwandalan Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Gwandalan
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 156, down 4% from 163 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Gwandalan is in the 56th percentile for safety, meaning 44% of NSW suburbs are safer than Gwandalan and 56% of suburbs are more dangerous than Gwandalan.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 increased by 21% (5 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 17% (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 14% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 increased by 3% (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 decreased by 50% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 10% (3 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Gwandalan: 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 Gwandalan is safer than only 50% of all suburbs across the nation, regardless of population size. This implies that Gwandalan’s crime rate is about average for most suburbs and neighborhoods in Australia.

How does Gwandalan perform compared to other suburbs of all population sizes in NSW? The crime rate in Gwandalan is greater than that of roughly 44% of other suburbs in NSW, leading to high public safety scores.

As a resident of Gwandalan, the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 28 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 Gwandalan’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 Gwandalan. By doing so, we can gain a more in-depth insight into the nature and extent of crime in Gwandalan.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis has uncovered that the rate of crimes against the person in Gwandalan is 1458 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 68 if you reside in Gwandalan.

Our data reveals that the odds of becoming a victim of property crime in Gwandalan are 1 in 49, with a rate of 2015 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.

Gwandalan Crime Rates by Offences Division

Gwandalan Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 68

In Gwandalan

1 in 65

In NSW

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

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

Crimes Against the Person: Gwandalan vs NSW

Gwandalan population: 3771

NSW population: 8058541

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

Gwandalan Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 49

In Gwandalan

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Gwandalan vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Gwandalan vs NSW, Australia

Gwandalan population: 3771

NSW population: 8058541

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

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Gwandalan vs NSW

Drug Offences: Gwandalan 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: Gwandalan vs NSW

Gwandalan Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Gwandalan vs NSW

Gwandalan Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Gwandalan in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Gwandalan?

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

What is the crime rate in Gwandalan?

The overall crime rate in Gwandalan, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 4137 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 Gwandalan a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Gwandalan total crime rate in 2021 was 4137. This means it’s 56% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Gwandalan has a high safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Gwandalan safe at night?

35% of crimes in Gwandalan occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Gwandalan at night.

Total Crime Stats of Gwandalan

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