Mudgee Crime Index
23
(100 is safest)
Safer than 23% of most Australia suburbs
Mudgee Crime Map

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

- The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 1224, down 3% from 1258 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
- Mudgee is in the 19th percentile for safety, meaning 81% of NSW suburbs are safer than Mudgee and 19% of suburbs are more dangerous than Mudgee.
- The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 increased by 16% (27 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
- The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 increased by 27% (12 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 10% (4 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 31% (76 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- The number of robbery offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 50% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2021 decreased by 56% (9 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 20% (27 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
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Crime in Mudgee: An In-Depth Analysis
AU Crime Rate analyzed crime data from the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research and found that crime rates in Mudgee are quite a bit higher than average regarding to most Australian suburbs. In fact, it is considered safer than about 23% of suburbs in the country across all population sizes.
The crime rates in Mudgee are higher than approximately 81% of other suburbs in NSW. Consequently, the suburb has low scores for public safety.
Your chance of becoming a victim of a crime if you live here? It’s 1 in 15 based on the combined crime rate of offences against the person and property while the risk of becoming a victim of crime in New South Wales is at 1 in 20.
Discovering the full picture of Mudgee’s crime statistics is crucial, and delving into the details of its against the person and property crime data is the key. By doing so, we can uncover which type of crime is more prevalent, whether it be violent or property-related, and gain a deeper understanding of the crime rate in Mudgee. So join us on this exploration, as we uncover the nature and extent of crime in this community.
Mudgee Crime rate for crimes against the person is 3437 per 100,000 inhabitants, whereas the NSW average rate is 1500. This meant that the likelihood of becoming a victim of such crimes in Mudgee was 1 in 28. The crimes against persons included in this analysis are homicide, assault, sexual offences, robbery, abduction, kidnapping, stalking, blackmail, and extortion.
According to our data, the likelihood of an individual becoming a victim of property crime in Mudgee is 1 in 36, with a rate of 2730 incidents per 100,000 inhabitants. It is important to note that the average rate of property crime in NSW is 3158 incidents per 100,000 residents. The property crimes included in this analysis consist of 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.
Mudgee Crime Rates by Offences Division
Mudgee Crimes Against the Person
My Chances of Becoming a Victim of a Crime Against the Person
1 in 28
In Mudgee
1 in 65
In NSW
Crimes Against the Person Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Crimes Against the Person: Mudgee vs NSW
Mudgee population: 11464
NSW population: 8058541
Here is a breakdown of the major crimes against the person (violent crimes) including the number of offences and Mudgee crime rates for the selected offences.
Mudgee Property and Deception Offences
My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences
1 in 36
In Mudgee
1 in 30
In NSW
Property and Deception Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Property and Deception Offences: Mudgee vs NSW, Australia
Mudgee population: 11464
NSW population: 8058541
An overview of the major property and deception offences, including Mudgee crime statistics for each offence type.
Drug Offences
Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Drug Offences: Mudgee vs New South Wales
Public Order and Security Offences
Public Order and Security Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Public Order and Security Offences: Mudgee vs NSW
Mudgee Crimes per Square KM
Mudgee Crime FAQs
How many murders were in Mudgee in 2021?
According to the New South Wales Police Force and BOSCAR data, there were 0 murders in Mudgee in 2021. The number of homicides (which includes murders, attempted murder, murder conspiracy, and manslaughters) was 0.
What’s the most common crime in Mudgee?
According to the latest available data from the New South Wales Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, the most common type of crime in Mudgee is intimidation, stalking and harassment.
What is the crime rate in Mudgee?
The overall crime rate in Mudgee, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 10677 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 Mudgee a safe place to live in?
NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Mudgee total crime rate in 2021 was 10677. This means it’s 19% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Mudgee has a low safety profile according to our scoring systems.
Is Mudgee safe at night?
46% of crimes in Mudgee occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s moderate safety to walk alone in Mudgee at night.
Total Crime Stats of Mudgee
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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