Kelso Crime Index
15
(100 is safest)
Safer than 15% of most Australia suburbs
Kelso Crime Map

Kelso Crime Statistics at a Glance
The chart below shows the 60-month trend of the number of offences that occurred in Kelso.

- The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 1138, up 13% from 1011 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
- Kelso is in the 17th percentile for safety, meaning 83% of NSW suburbs are safer than Kelso and 17% of suburbs are more dangerous than Kelso.
- The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 increased by 21% (29 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
- The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 19% (6 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 37% (29 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 increased by 29% (53 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- There was no change in the number of robbery offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
- The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2021 increased by 18% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 increased by 26% (34 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
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Crime in Kelso: 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 Kelso is safer than only 15% of all suburbs across the nation, regardless of population size. This implies that Kelso’s crime rate is considerably higher than the average across most suburbs in Australia.
How does Kelso perform compared to other suburbs of all population sizes in NSW? The crime rate in Kelso is greater than that of roughly 83% of other suburbs in NSW, leading to low public safety scores.
As a resident of Kelso, the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 12 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 Kelso’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 Kelso. By doing so, we can gain a more in-depth insight into the nature and extent of crime in Kelso.
AU Crime Rate’s analysis has uncovered that the rate of crimes against the person in Kelso is 3084 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 31 if you reside in Kelso.
Our data reveals that the odds of becoming a victim of property crime in Kelso are 1 in 21, with a rate of 4546 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.
Kelso Crime Rates by Offences Division
Kelso Crimes Against the Person
My Chances of Becoming a Victim of a Crime Against the Person
1 in 31
In Kelso
1 in 65
In NSW
Crimes Against the Person Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Crimes Against the Person: Kelso vs NSW
Kelso population: 10053
NSW population: 8058541
Here is a breakdown of the major crimes against the person (violent crimes) including the number of offences and Kelso crime rates for the selected offences.
Kelso Property and Deception Offences
My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences
1 in 21
In Kelso
1 in 30
In NSW
Property and Deception Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Property and Deception Offences: Kelso vs NSW, Australia
Kelso population: 10053
NSW population: 8058541
An overview of the major property and deception offences, including Kelso crime statistics for each offence type.
Drug Offences
Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Drug Offences: Kelso vs New South Wales
Public Order and Security Offences
Public Order and Security Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Public Order and Security Offences: Kelso vs NSW
Kelso Crimes per Square KM
Kelso Crime FAQs
How many murders were in Kelso in 2021?
According to the New South Wales Police Force and BOSCAR data, there were 0 murders in Kelso in 2021. The number of homicides (which includes murders, attempted murder, murder conspiracy, and manslaughters) was 0.
What’s the most common crime in Kelso?
According to the latest available data from the New South Wales Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, the most common type of crime in Kelso is malicious damage to property.
What is the crime rate in Kelso?
The overall crime rate in Kelso, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 11320 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 Kelso a safe place to live in?
NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Kelso total crime rate in 2021 was 11320. This means it’s 17% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Kelso has a low safety profile according to our scoring systems.
Is Kelso safe at night?
45% of crimes in Kelso occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s moderate safety to walk alone in Kelso at night.
Total Crime Stats of Kelso
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
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