Moorebank Crime Index

53

(100 is safest)

Safer than 53% of most Australia suburbs

Moorebank Crime Map

Moorebank crime map

Moorebank Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Moorebank
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 566, up 4% from 542 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Moorebank is in the 48th percentile for safety, meaning 52% of NSW suburbs are safer than Moorebank and 48% of suburbs are more dangerous than Moorebank.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 17% (11 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 18% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • There were no homicide offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • There was no change in the number of burglary offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 11% (24 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • 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 47% (14 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 24% (13 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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

How does Moorebank perform compared to other suburbs of all population sizes in NSW? The crime rate in Moorebank is greater than that of roughly 52% of other suburbs in NSW, leading to moderate public safety scores.

As a resident of Moorebank, 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 Moorebank’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 Moorebank. By doing so, we can gain a more in-depth insight into the nature and extent of crime in Moorebank.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis has uncovered that the rate of crimes against the person in Moorebank is 985 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 101 if you reside in Moorebank.

Our data reveals that the odds of becoming a victim of property crime in Moorebank are 1 in 41, with a rate of 2357 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.

Moorebank Crime Rates by Offences Division

Moorebank Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 101

In Moorebank

1 in 65

In NSW

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

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

Crimes Against the Person: Moorebank vs NSW

Moorebank population: 11368

NSW population: 8058541

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

Moorebank Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 41

In Moorebank

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Moorebank vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Moorebank vs NSW, Australia

Moorebank population: 11368

NSW population: 8058541

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

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Moorebank vs NSW

Drug Offences: Moorebank 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: Moorebank vs NSW

Moorebank Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Moorebank vs NSW

Moorebank Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Moorebank in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Moorebank?

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

What is the crime rate in Moorebank?

The overall crime rate in Moorebank, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 4979 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 Moorebank a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Moorebank total crime rate in 2021 was 4979. This means it’s 48% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Moorebank has a moderate safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Moorebank safe at night?

31% of crimes in Moorebank occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Moorebank at night.

Total Crime Stats of Moorebank

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