Marks Point Crime Index

25

(100 is safest)

Safer than 25% of most Australia suburbs

Marks Point Crime Map

Marks Point crime map

Marks Point Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Marks Point
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 157, down 1% from 158 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Marks Point is in the 26th percentile for safety, meaning 74% of NSW suburbs are safer than Marks Point and 26% of suburbs are more dangerous than Marks Point.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 increased by 6% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 33% (1 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 43% (3 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • There was no change in the number of theft offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • The number of robbery offences recorded in 2021 increased by 100% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2021 decreased by 75% (3 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 13% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Marks Point: 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 Marks Point’s crime rate is quite a bit higher than average regarding to most Australian suburbs, as it is ranked safer than only 25% of suburbs across the country, irrespective of population size.

Approximately 74% of NSW suburbs have a lower crime rate compared to Marks Point. Therefore, Marks Point’s public safety metrics are moderate.

How risky is that? Living in Marks Point comes with a statistical risk of 1 in 16 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 Marks Point’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 Marks Point.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis of Marks Point crime statistics shows that there are 1554 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 Marks Point are 1 in 63.

Our analysis indicates that if you reside in Marks Point, your chances of falling victim to property crimes, including theft, burglary, arson, and malicious damage to property, are 1 in 23, equivalent to a rate of 4234 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.

Marks Point Crime Rates by Offences Division

DivisionNumber of CrimesCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Crimes against the person291554
Property and deception offences794234
Drug offences3161
Public order and security offences2107
Justice procedures offences191018
Other offences251340
Total1578414

Marks Point Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 63

In Marks Point

1 in 65

In NSW

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

Violent crimes against the person in Marks Point vs New South Wales in Australia

Crimes Against the Person: Marks Point vs NSW

Marks Point population: 1866

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (per 100,000 residents)
Homicide07201
Assault19628641018770
Sexual offences214650107179
Robbery2176010722
Abduction and kidnapping020303
Blackmail and Extortion012702
Intimidation, stalking and harassment640910322501
Other offences against the person01883023

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Murder00
Sexual assault00
Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences2107
Domestic violence related assault7375
Non-domestic violence related assault11589

Marks Point Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 23

In Marks Point

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Marks Point vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Marks Point vs NSW, Australia

Marks Point population: 1866

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Theft6018002832152204
Burglary/Break and Enter424967214306
Arson137605446
Malicious damage to property1449136750602

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Motor vehicle theft154
Steal from motor vehicle10536
Steal from retail store3161
Break and enter dwelling3161
Break and enter non-dwelling154

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Marks Point vs NSW

Drug Offences: Marks Point 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 possession33403216141667
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: Marks Point 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 offences214664107179.54

Marks Point Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Marks Point vs NSW

Marks Point Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Marks Point in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Marks Point?

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

What is the crime rate in Marks Point?

The overall crime rate in Marks Point, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 8414 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 Marks Point a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Marks Point total crime rate in 2021 was 8414. This means it’s 26% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Marks Point has a moderate safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Marks Point safe at night?

35% of crimes in Marks Point occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Marks Point at night.

Total Crime Stats of Marks Point

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 Police01
Crimes against the personAssaultDomestic violence related assault77
Crimes against the personAssaultNon-domestic violence related assault1111
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual assault10
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences233
Crimes against the personRobberyRobbery272
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 harassment196
Crimes against the personOther offences against the personOther offences against the person00
Property and deception offencesTheftMotor vehicle theft41
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from motor vehicle810
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from retail store23
Property and deception offencesTheftReceiving or handling stolen goods32
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from dwelling108
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from person10
Property and deception offencesTheftStock theft00
Property and deception offencesTheftFraud2733
Property and deception offencesTheftOther theft offences53
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter dwelling63
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter non-dwelling111
Property and deception offencesArsonArson31
Property and deception offencesMalicious damage to propertyMalicious damage to property1614
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of cocaine10
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of narcotics00
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of cannabis53
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of amphetamines30
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 cannabis20
Drug offencesCultivate or manufacture drugsManufacture drug00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingImporting drugs00
Drug offencesOther drug offencesOther drug offences10
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 offences12
Other offencesBetting and gaming offencesBetting and gaming offences00
Other offencesLiquor offencesLiquor offences00
Other offencesPornography offencesPornography offences10
Other offencesProstitution offencesProstitution offences00
Other offencesTransport regulatory offencesTransport regulatory offences00
Other offencesMiscellaneous offencesMiscellaneous offences325
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresEscape custody00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach Apprehended Violence Order1010
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach bail conditions34
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresFail to appear00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresResist or hinder officer00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresOther offences against justice procedures05

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