Hamlyn Terrace, NSW, 2259 Crime Rate and Statistics

Hamlyn Terrace Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

• The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 486, up 12% from 434 incidents recorded in the same period last year.

• Hamlyn Terrace is in the 43rd percentile for safety, meaning 57% of NSW suburbs are safer than Hamlyn Terrace and 43% of suburbs are more dangerous than Hamlyn Terrace.

• The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 increased by 9% (6 Incidents) compared to the previous year..

• The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 increased by 8% (2 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 54% (7 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

• The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 6% (7 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 77% (10 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

• The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 increased by 19% (13 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

Crime in Hamlyn Terrace: 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 Hamlyn Terrace’s crime rate is about average for most suburbs and neighborhoods in Australia, as it is ranked safer than only 42% of suburbs across the country, irrespective of population size.

Approximately 57% of NSW suburbs have a lower crime rate compared to Hamlyn Terrace. Therefore, Hamlyn Terrace’s public safety metrics are moderate.

How risky is that? Living in Hamlyn Terrace comes with a statistical risk of 1 in 24 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 Hamlyn Terrace’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 Hamlyn Terrace.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis of Hamlyn Terrace crime statistics shows that there are 1835 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 Hamlyn Terrace are 1 in 53.

Our analysis indicates that if you reside in Hamlyn Terrace, your chances of falling victim to property crimes, including theft, burglary, arson, and malicious damage to property, are 1 in 44, equivalent to a rate of 2234 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.

Hamlyn Terrace Crime Rates by Offences Division

Hamlyn Terrace Crimes Against the Person

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

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

Crimes Against the Person: Hamlyn Terrace vs NSW

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

Hamlyn Terrace Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

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

Property and Deception Offences: Hamlyn Terrace vs NSW, Australia

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

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug Offences: Hamlyn Terrace vs New South Wales

Public Order and Security Offences

Public Order and Security Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Public Order and Security Offences: Hamlyn Terrace vs NSW

Hamlyn Terrace Crimes per Square KM

Hamlyn Terrace Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Hamlyn Terrace in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Hamlyn Terrace?

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

What is the crime rate in Hamlyn Terrace?

The overall crime rate in Hamlyn Terrace, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 5540 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 Hamlyn Terrace a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Hamlyn Terrace total crime rate in 2021 was 5540. This means it’s 43% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Hamlyn Terrace has a moderate safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Hamlyn Terrace safe at night?

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

Total Crime Stats of Hamlyn Terrace

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