Newcastle Crime Index

5

(100 is safest)

Safer than 5% of most Australia suburbs

Newcastle Crime Map

Newcastle crime map

Newcastle Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Newcastle
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 1329, down 1% from 1346 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Newcastle is in the 3rd percentile for safety, meaning 97% of NSW suburbs are safer than Newcastle and 3% of suburbs are more dangerous than Newcastle.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 increased by 10% (10 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 31% (5 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 36% (19 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 11% (26 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of robbery offences recorded in 2021 increased by 14% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2021 decreased by 33% (6 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 8% (8 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Newcastle: 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 Newcastle is safer than only 5% of all suburbs across the nation, regardless of population size. This implies that Newcastle’s crime rate is considerably higher than the average across most suburbs in Australia.

How does Newcastle perform compared to other suburbs of all population sizes in NSW? The crime rate in Newcastle is greater than that of roughly 97% of other suburbs in NSW, leading to low public safety scores.

As a resident of Newcastle, the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 7 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 Newcastle’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 Newcastle. By doing so, we can gain a more in-depth insight into the nature and extent of crime in Newcastle.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis has uncovered that the rate of crimes against the person in Newcastle is 4265 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 22 if you reside in Newcastle.

Our data reveals that the odds of becoming a victim of property crime in Newcastle are 1 in 10, with a rate of 8943 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.

Newcastle Crime Rates by Offences Division

Newcastle Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 22

In Newcastle

1 in 65

In NSW

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

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

Crimes Against the Person: Newcastle vs NSW

Newcastle population: 3869

NSW population: 8058541

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

Newcastle Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 10

In Newcastle

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Newcastle vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Newcastle vs NSW, Australia

Newcastle population: 3869

NSW population: 8058541

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

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Newcastle vs NSW

Drug Offences: Newcastle 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: Newcastle vs NSW

Newcastle Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Newcastle vs NSW

Newcastle Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Newcastle in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Newcastle?

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

What is the crime rate in Newcastle?

The overall crime rate in Newcastle, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 34350 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 Newcastle a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Newcastle total crime rate in 2021 was 34350. This means it’s 3% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Newcastle has a low safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Newcastle safe at night?

36% of crimes in Newcastle occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Newcastle at night.

Total Crime Stats of Newcastle

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