Jennings Crime Index

32

(100 is safest)

Safer than 32% of most Australia suburbs

Jennings Crime Map

Jennings crime map

Jennings Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Jennings
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 10, down 17% from 12 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Jennings is in the 40th percentile for safety, meaning 60% of NSW suburbs are safer than Jennings and 40% of suburbs are more dangerous than Jennings.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 67% (4 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • There were no sexual offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • There were no homicide offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • The number of burglary offences recorded in 2021 increased by 200% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 increased by 200% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • 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 was no change in the number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.

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Crime in Jennings: 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 Jennings is safer than only 32% of all suburbs across the nation, regardless of population size. This implies that Jennings’s crime rate is quite a bit higher than average regarding to most Australian suburbs.

How does Jennings perform compared to other suburbs of all population sizes in NSW? The crime rate in Jennings is greater than that of roughly 60% of other suburbs in NSW, leading to moderate public safety scores.

As a resident of Jennings, the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 23 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 Jennings’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 Jennings. By doing so, we can gain a more in-depth insight into the nature and extent of crime in Jennings.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis has uncovered that the rate of crimes against the person in Jennings is 1183 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 84 if you reside in Jennings.

Our data reveals that the odds of becoming a victim of property crime in Jennings are 1 in 33, with a rate of 2959 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.

Jennings Crime Rates by Offences Division

Jennings Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 84

In Jennings

1 in 65

In NSW

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

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

Crimes Against the Person: Jennings vs NSW

Jennings population: 169

NSW population: 8058541

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

Jennings Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 33

In Jennings

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Jennings vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Jennings vs NSW, Australia

Jennings population: 169

NSW population: 8058541

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

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Jennings vs NSW

Drug Offences: Jennings 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: Jennings vs NSW

Jennings Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Jennings vs NSW

Jennings Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Jennings in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Jennings?

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

What is the crime rate in Jennings?

The overall crime rate in Jennings, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 5917 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 Jennings a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Jennings total crime rate in 2021 was 5917. This means it’s 40% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Jennings has a moderate safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Jennings safe at night?

34% of crimes in Jennings occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Jennings at night.

Total Crime Stats of Jennings

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

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