Nimbin Crime Index

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(100 is safest)

Safer than 7% of most Australia suburbs

Nimbin Crime Map

Nimbin crime map

Nimbin Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Nimbin
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 453, down 14% from 525 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Nimbin is in the 5th percentile for safety, meaning 95% of NSW suburbs are safer than Nimbin and 5% of suburbs are more dangerous than Nimbin.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 8% (4 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 13% (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 increased by 40% (6 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 20% (11 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 increased by 100% (5 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 16% (5 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Nimbin: 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 Nimbin is safer than only 7% of all suburbs across the nation, regardless of population size. This implies that Nimbin’s crime rate is considerably higher than the average across most suburbs in Australia.

How does Nimbin perform compared to other suburbs of all population sizes in NSW? The crime rate in Nimbin is greater than that of roughly 95% of other suburbs in NSW, leading to low public safety scores.

As a resident of Nimbin, the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 8 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 Nimbin’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 Nimbin. By doing so, we can gain a more in-depth insight into the nature and extent of crime in Nimbin.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis has uncovered that the rate of crimes against the person in Nimbin is 5427 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 17 if you reside in Nimbin.

Our data reveals that the odds of becoming a victim of property crime in Nimbin are 1 in 16, with a rate of 5802 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.

Nimbin Crime Rates by Offences Division

DivisionNumber of CrimesCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Crimes against the person875427
Property and deception offences935802
Drug offences1277923
Public order and security offences201248
Justice procedures offences563493
Other offences704367
Total45328260

Nimbin Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 17

In Nimbin

1 in 65

In NSW

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

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

Crimes Against the Person: Nimbin vs NSW

Nimbin population: 1603

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (per 100,000 residents)
Homicide07201
Assault46628642870770
Sexual offences714650437179
Robbery2176012522
Abduction and kidnapping020303
Blackmail and Extortion012702
Intimidation, stalking and harassment31409101934501
Other offences against the person118836223

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Murder00
Sexual assault2125
Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences5312
Domestic violence related assault171061
Non-domestic violence related assault281747

Nimbin Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 16

In Nimbin

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Nimbin vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Nimbin vs NSW, Australia

Nimbin population: 1603

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Theft4318002826822204
Burglary/Break and Enter21249671310306
Arson3376018746
Malicious damage to property26491361622602

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Motor vehicle theft10624
Steal from motor vehicle7437
Steal from retail store00
Break and enter dwelling171061
Break and enter non-dwelling4250

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Nimbin vs NSW

Drug Offences: Nimbin 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 possession9434032586441667
Drug dealing and trafficking1162936867705
Cultivate or manufacture drugs311161871366
Other drug offences195841118572

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: Nimbin vs NSW

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Disorderly conduct1617321998212.07
Prohibited and regulated weapons offences414664250179.54

Nimbin Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Nimbin vs NSW

Nimbin Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Nimbin in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Nimbin?

According to the latest available data from the New South Wales Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, the most common type of crime in Nimbin is possession and/or use of cannabis.

What is the crime rate in Nimbin?

The overall crime rate in Nimbin, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 28260 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 Nimbin a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Nimbin total crime rate in 2021 was 28260. This means it’s 5% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Nimbin has a low safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Nimbin safe at night?

39% of crimes in Nimbin occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Nimbin at night.

Total Crime Stats of Nimbin

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 assault2017
Crimes against the personAssaultNon-domestic violence related assault3028
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual assault42
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences47
Crimes against the personRobberyRobbery75
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 harassment2831
Crimes against the personOther offences against the personOther offences against the person71
Property and deception offencesTheftMotor vehicle theft510
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from motor vehicle97
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from retail store20
Property and deception offencesTheftReceiving or handling stolen goods96
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from dwelling76
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from person00
Property and deception offencesTheftStock theft10
Property and deception offencesTheftFraud77
Property and deception offencesTheftOther theft offences147
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter dwelling817
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter non-dwelling714
Property and deception offencesArsonArson33
Property and deception offencesMalicious damage to propertyMalicious damage to property3126
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of cocaine13
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of narcotics10
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of cannabis10177
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of amphetamines73
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of ecstasy20
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of other drugs1711
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in cocaine00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in narcotics00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in cannabis59
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in amphetamines00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in ecstasy10
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in other drugs22
Drug offencesCultivate or manufacture drugsCultivating cannabis73
Drug offencesCultivate or manufacture drugsManufacture drug00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingImporting drugs00
Drug offencesOther drug offencesOther drug offences2819
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductTrespass1110
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductOffensive conduct33
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductOffensive language11
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductCriminal intent32
Public order and security offencesProhibited and regulated weapons offencesProhibited and regulated weapons offences144
Other offencesBetting and gaming offencesBetting and gaming offences00
Other offencesLiquor offencesLiquor offences3645
Other offencesPornography offencesPornography offences01
Other offencesProstitution offencesProstitution offences00
Other offencesTransport regulatory offencesTransport regulatory offences00
Other offencesMiscellaneous offencesMiscellaneous offences2224
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresEscape custody10
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach Apprehended Violence Order1616
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach bail conditions4530
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresFail to appear00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresResist or hinder officer47
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresOther offences against justice procedures03

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