Jamisontown Crime Index

19

(100 is safest)

Safer than 19% of most Australia suburbs

Jamisontown Crime Map

Jamisontown crime map

Jamisontown Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Jamisontown
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 444, up 12% from 397 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Jamisontown is in the 26th percentile for safety, meaning 74% of NSW suburbs are safer than Jamisontown and 26% of suburbs are more dangerous than Jamisontown.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 5% (3 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 increased by 13% (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 59% (13 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 increased by 13% (22 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of robbery offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 50% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2021 increased by 43% (3 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 16% (7 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Jamisontown: 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 Jamisontown is safer than only 19% of all suburbs across the nation, regardless of population size. This implies that Jamisontown’s crime rate is considerably higher than the average across most suburbs in Australia.

How does Jamisontown perform compared to other suburbs of all population sizes in NSW? The crime rate in Jamisontown is greater than that of roughly 74% of other suburbs in NSW, leading to moderate public safety scores.

As a resident of Jamisontown, the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 14 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 Jamisontown’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 Jamisontown. By doing so, we can gain a more in-depth insight into the nature and extent of crime in Jamisontown.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis has uncovered that the rate of crimes against the person in Jamisontown is 2143 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 46 if you reside in Jamisontown.

Our data reveals that the odds of becoming a victim of property crime in Jamisontown are 1 in 21, with a rate of 4530 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.

Jamisontown Crime Rates by Offences Division

DivisionNumber of CrimesCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Crimes against the person1142143
Property and deception offences2414530
Drug offences16301
Public order and security offences9169
Justice procedures offences23432
Other offences41771
Total4448346

Jamisontown Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 46

In Jamisontown

1 in 65

In NSW

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

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

Crimes Against the Person: Jamisontown vs NSW

Jamisontown population: 5320

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (per 100,000 residents)
Homicide07201
Assault5362864996770
Sexual offences1714650320179
Robbery217603822
Abduction and kidnapping020303
Blackmail and Extortion012702
Intimidation, stalking and harassment4040910752501
Other offences against the person218833823

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Murder00
Sexual assault6113
Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences11207
Domestic violence related assault28526
Non-domestic violence related assault23432

Jamisontown Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 21

In Jamisontown

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Jamisontown vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Jamisontown vs NSW, Australia

Jamisontown population: 5320

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Theft19318002836282204
Burglary/Break and Enter924967169306
Arson137601946
Malicious damage to property3849136714602

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Motor vehicle theft10188
Steal from motor vehicle571071
Steal from retail store37695
Break and enter dwelling6113
Break and enter non-dwelling356

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Jamisontown vs NSW

Drug Offences: Jamisontown vs New South Wales

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Drug use and possession133403224441667
Drug dealing and trafficking0629307705
Cultivate or manufacture drugs21116381366
Other drug offences158411972

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: Jamisontown vs NSW

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Disorderly conduct31732156212.07
Prohibited and regulated weapons offences614664113179.54

Jamisontown Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Jamisontown vs NSW

Jamisontown Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Jamisontown in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Jamisontown?

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

What is the crime rate in Jamisontown?

The overall crime rate in Jamisontown, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 8346 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 Jamisontown a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Jamisontown total crime rate in 2021 was 8346. This means it’s 26% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Jamisontown has a moderate safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Jamisontown safe at night?

33% of crimes in Jamisontown occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Jamisontown at night.

Total Crime Stats of Jamisontown

DivisionSubdivisionOffence typeYear (2020)Year (2021)
Crimes against the personHomicideMurder00
Crimes against the personHomicideAttempted murder00
Crimes against the personHomicideMurder accessory, conspiracy00
Crimes against the personHomicideManslaughter00
Crimes against the personAssaultAssault Police12
Crimes against the personAssaultDomestic violence related assault3028
Crimes against the personAssaultNon-domestic violence related assault2523
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual assault86
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences752
Crimes against the personRobberyRobbery3911
Crimes against the personAbduction and kidnappingAbduction and kidnapping00
Crimes against the personBlackmail and extortionBlackmail and extortion00
Crimes against the personIntimidation, stalking and harassmentIntimidation, stalking and harassment3140
Crimes against the personOther offences against the personOther offences against the person02
Property and deception offencesTheftMotor vehicle theft710
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from motor vehicle4157
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from retail store4737
Property and deception offencesTheftReceiving or handling stolen goods35
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from dwelling1110
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from person13
Property and deception offencesTheftStock theft00
Property and deception offencesTheftFraud3952
Property and deception offencesTheftOther theft offences2219
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter dwelling186
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter non-dwelling413
Property and deception offencesArsonArson11
Property and deception offencesMalicious damage to propertyMalicious damage to property4538
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of cocaine00
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of narcotics00
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of cannabis511
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of amphetamines12
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of ecstasy00
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of other drugs10
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in cocaine00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in narcotics00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in cannabis00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in amphetamines30
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in ecstasy00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in other drugs00
Drug offencesCultivate or manufacture drugsCultivating cannabis01
Drug offencesCultivate or manufacture drugsManufacture drug01
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingImporting drugs00
Drug offencesOther drug offencesOther drug offences11
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductTrespass101
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductOffensive conduct01
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductOffensive language01
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductCriminal intent00
Public order and security offencesProhibited and regulated weapons offencesProhibited and regulated weapons offences66
Other offencesBetting and gaming offencesBetting and gaming offences00
Other offencesLiquor offencesLiquor offences53
Other offencesPornography offencesPornography offences00
Other offencesProstitution offencesProstitution offences00
Other offencesTransport regulatory offencesTransport regulatory offences20
Other offencesMiscellaneous offencesMiscellaneous offences738
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresEscape custody00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach Apprehended Violence Order410
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach bail conditions78
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresFail to appear00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresResist or hinder officer05
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresOther offences against justice procedures00

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