Lockhart Crime Index

53

(100 is safest)

Safer than 53% of most Australia suburbs

Lockhart Crime Map

Lockhart crime map

Lockhart Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Lockhart
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 58, up 9% from 53 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Lockhart is in the 42nd percentile for safety, meaning 58% of NSW suburbs are safer than Lockhart and 42% of suburbs are more dangerous than Lockhart.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 increased by 100% (3 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 81% (13 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 75% (6 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 increased by 100% (5 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 100% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 increased by 25% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Lockhart: 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 Lockhart is safer than only 53% of all suburbs across the nation, regardless of population size. This implies that Lockhart’s crime rate is about average for most suburbs and neighborhoods in Australia.

How does Lockhart perform compared to other suburbs of all population sizes in NSW? The crime rate in Lockhart is greater than that of roughly 58% of other suburbs in NSW, leading to moderate public safety scores.

As a resident of Lockhart, the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 29 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 Lockhart’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 Lockhart. By doing so, we can gain a more in-depth insight into the nature and extent of crime in Lockhart.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis has uncovered that the rate of crimes against the person in Lockhart is 1668 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 59 if you reside in Lockhart.

Our data reveals that the odds of becoming a victim of property crime in Lockhart are 1 in 59, with a rate of 1668 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.

Lockhart Crime Rates by Offences Division

DivisionNumber of CrimesCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Crimes against the person171668
Property and deception offences171668
Drug offences5491
Public order and security offences7687
Justice procedures offences10981
Other offences2196
Total585692

Lockhart Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 59

In Lockhart

1 in 65

In NSW

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

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

Crimes Against the Person: Lockhart vs NSW

Lockhart population: 1019

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (per 100,000 residents)
Homicide07201
Assault662864589770
Sexual offences314650294179
Robbery01760022
Abduction and kidnapping020303
Blackmail and Extortion012702
Intimidation, stalking and harassment840910785501
Other offences against the person01883023

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Murder00
Sexual assault2196
Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences198
Domestic violence related assault4393
Non-domestic violence related assault2196

Lockhart Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 59

In Lockhart

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Lockhart vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Lockhart vs NSW, Australia

Lockhart population: 1019

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Theft101800289812204
Burglary/Break and Enter224967196306
Arson03760046
Malicious damage to property549136491602

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Motor vehicle theft2196
Steal from motor vehicle198
Steal from retail store00
Break and enter dwelling00
Break and enter non-dwelling2196

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Lockhart vs NSW

Drug Offences: Lockhart 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 possession53403249141667
Drug dealing and trafficking0629307705
Cultivate or manufacture drugs0111601366
Other drug offences05841072

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: Lockhart vs NSW

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Disorderly conduct0173210212.07
Prohibited and regulated weapons offences714664687179.54

Lockhart Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Lockhart vs NSW

Lockhart Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Lockhart in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Lockhart?

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

What is the crime rate in Lockhart?

The overall crime rate in Lockhart, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 5692 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 Lockhart a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Lockhart total crime rate in 2021 was 5692. This means it’s 42% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Lockhart has a moderate safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Lockhart safe at night?

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

Total Crime Stats of Lockhart

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 Police00
Crimes against the personAssaultDomestic violence related assault14
Crimes against the personAssaultNon-domestic violence related assault22
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual assault32
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences134
Crimes against the personRobberyRobbery01
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 harassment68
Crimes against the personOther offences against the personOther offences against the person00
Property and deception offencesTheftMotor vehicle theft12
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from motor vehicle21
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from retail store00
Property and deception offencesTheftReceiving or handling stolen goods00
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from dwelling13
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from person00
Property and deception offencesTheftStock theft00
Property and deception offencesTheftFraud04
Property and deception offencesTheftOther theft offences10
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter dwelling30
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter non-dwelling512
Property and deception offencesArsonArson00
Property and deception offencesMalicious damage to propertyMalicious damage to property45
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 cannabis03
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of amphetamines02
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of ecstasy00
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of other drugs00
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 amphetamines00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in ecstasy00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in other drugs00
Drug offencesCultivate or manufacture drugsCultivating cannabis00
Drug offencesCultivate or manufacture drugsManufacture drug00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingImporting drugs00
Drug offencesOther drug offencesOther drug offences00
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductTrespass10
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductOffensive conduct00
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductOffensive language00
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductCriminal intent00
Public order and security offencesProhibited and regulated weapons offencesProhibited and regulated weapons offences57
Other offencesBetting and gaming offencesBetting and gaming offences00
Other offencesLiquor offencesLiquor offences00
Other offencesPornography offencesPornography offences00
Other offencesProstitution offencesProstitution offences00
Other offencesTransport regulatory offencesTransport regulatory offences00
Other offencesMiscellaneous offencesMiscellaneous offences42
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresEscape custody00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach Apprehended Violence Order18
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach bail conditions02
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresFail to appear00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresResist or hinder officer00
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