Harolds Cross Crime Index

73

(100 is safest)

Safer than 73% of most Australia suburbs

Harolds Cross Crime Map

Harolds Cross crime map

Harolds Cross Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Harolds Cross
  • There was no change in the number of criminal incidents recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • Harolds Cross is in the 78th percentile for safety, meaning 22% of NSW suburbs are safer than Harolds Cross and 78% of suburbs are more dangerous than Harolds Cross.
  • There were no assault offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • There were no sexual offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • There were no homicide offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • There were no burglary offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • There were no theft offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • There were no robbery offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • There were no motor vehicle theft offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • There were no vandalism (Property damage) offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.

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Crime in Harolds Cross: 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 Harolds Cross’s crime rate is below average to the majority of suburbs in Australia, as it is ranked safer than only 73% of suburbs across the country, irrespective of population size.

Approximately 22% of NSW suburbs have a lower crime rate compared to Harolds Cross. Therefore, Harolds Cross’s public safety metrics are very high.

How risky is that? Living in Harolds Cross comes with a statistical risk of 1 in 78 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 Harolds Cross’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 Harolds Cross.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis of Harolds Cross crime statistics shows that there are 1266 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 Harolds Cross are 1 in 78.

Our analysis indicates that if you reside in Harolds Cross, your chances of falling victim to property crimes, including theft, burglary, arson, and malicious damage to property, are 0, equivalent to a rate of 0 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.

Harolds Cross Crime Rates by Offences Division

Harolds Cross Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 78

In Harolds Cross

1 in 65

In NSW

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

Violent crimes against the person in Harolds Cross vs New South Wales in Australia

Crimes Against the Person: Harolds Cross vs NSW

Harolds Cross population: 79

NSW population: 8058541

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

Harolds Cross Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

0

In Harolds Cross

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Harolds Cross vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Harolds Cross vs NSW, Australia

Harolds Cross population: 79

NSW population: 8058541

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

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Harolds Cross vs NSW

Drug Offences: Harolds Cross 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: Harolds Cross vs NSW

Harolds Cross Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Harolds Cross vs NSW

Harolds Cross Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Harolds Cross in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Harolds Cross?

According to the latest available data from the New South Wales Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, the most common type of crime in Harolds Cross is intimidation, stalking and harassment.

What is the crime rate in Harolds Cross?

The overall crime rate in Harolds Cross, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 2532 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 Harolds Cross a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Harolds Cross total crime rate in 2021 was 2532. This means it’s 78% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Harolds Cross has a very high safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Harolds Cross safe at night?

42% of crimes in Harolds Cross occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s moderate safety to walk alone in Harolds Cross at night.

Total Crime Stats of Harolds Cross

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