Hunterview Crime Index

91

(100 is safest)

Safer than 91% of most Australia suburbs

Hunterview Crime Map

Hunterview crime map

Hunterview Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Hunterview
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 54, down 30% from 77 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Hunterview is in the 89th percentile for safety, meaning 11% of NSW suburbs are safer than Hunterview and 89% of suburbs are more dangerous than Hunterview.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 78% (7 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 increased by 700% (7 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 increased by 25% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 24% (6 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • There were no robbery offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2021 increased by 300% (3 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 increased by 50% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Hunterview: 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 Hunterview’s crime rate is noticeably lower than the average compared to most Australia’s suburbs, as it is ranked safer than only 91% of suburbs across the country, irrespective of population size.

Approximately 11% of NSW suburbs have a lower crime rate compared to Hunterview. Therefore, Hunterview’s public safety metrics are very high.

How risky is that? Living in Hunterview comes with a statistical risk of 1 in 68 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 Hunterview’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 Hunterview.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis of Hunterview crime statistics shows that there are 482 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 Hunterview are 1 in 206.

Our analysis indicates that if you reside in Hunterview, your chances of falling victim to property crimes, including theft, burglary, arson, and malicious damage to property, are 1 in 103, equivalent to a rate of 965 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.

Hunterview Crime Rates by Offences Division

Hunterview Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 206

In Hunterview

1 in 65

In NSW

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

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

Crimes Against the Person: Hunterview vs NSW

Hunterview population: 3110

NSW population: 8058541

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

Hunterview Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 103

In Hunterview

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Hunterview vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Hunterview vs NSW, Australia

Hunterview population: 3110

NSW population: 8058541

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

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Hunterview vs NSW

Drug Offences: Hunterview 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: Hunterview vs NSW

Hunterview Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Hunterview vs NSW

Hunterview Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Hunterview in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Hunterview?

According to the latest available data from the New South Wales Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, the most common type of crime in Hunterview is steal from motor vehicle.

What is the crime rate in Hunterview?

The overall crime rate in Hunterview, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 1736 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 Hunterview a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Hunterview total crime rate in 2021 was 1736. This means it’s 89% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Hunterview has a very high safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Hunterview safe at night?

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

Total Crime Stats of Hunterview

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