North Strathfield Crime Index

65

(100 is safest)

Safer than 65% of most Australia suburbs

North Strathfield Crime Map

North Strathfield crime map

North Strathfield Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across North Strathfield
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 179, up 6% from 169 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • North Strathfield is in the 60th percentile for safety, meaning 40% of NSW suburbs are safer than North Strathfield and 60% of suburbs are more dangerous than North Strathfield.
  • There was no change in the number of assault offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 increased by 250% (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 69% (9 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 3% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of robbery offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 100% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2021 increased by 83% (5 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 increased by 57% (8 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in North Strathfield: 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 North Strathfield is safer than only 65% of all suburbs across the nation, regardless of population size. This implies that North Strathfield’s crime rate is below average to the majority of suburbs in Australia.

How does North Strathfield perform compared to other suburbs of all population sizes in NSW? The crime rate in North Strathfield is greater than that of roughly 40% of other suburbs in NSW, leading to high public safety scores.

As a resident of North Strathfield, the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 36 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 North Strathfield’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 North Strathfield. By doing so, we can gain a more in-depth insight into the nature and extent of crime in North Strathfield.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis has uncovered that the rate of crimes against the person in North Strathfield is 608 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 163 if you reside in North Strathfield.

Our data reveals that the odds of becoming a victim of property crime in North Strathfield are 1 in 47, with a rate of 2085 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.

North Strathfield Crime Rates by Offences Division

North Strathfield Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 163

In North Strathfield

1 in 65

In NSW

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

Violent crimes against the person in North Strathfield vs New South Wales in Australia

Crimes Against the Person: North Strathfield vs NSW

North Strathfield population: 4605

NSW population: 8058541

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

North Strathfield Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 47

In North Strathfield

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in North Strathfield vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: North Strathfield vs NSW, Australia

North Strathfield population: 4605

NSW population: 8058541

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

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in North Strathfield vs NSW

Drug Offences: North Strathfield 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: North Strathfield vs NSW

North Strathfield Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in North Strathfield vs NSW

North Strathfield Crime FAQs

How many murders were in North Strathfield in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in North Strathfield?

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

What is the crime rate in North Strathfield?

The overall crime rate in North Strathfield, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 3887 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 North Strathfield a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that North Strathfield total crime rate in 2021 was 3887. This means it’s 60% safer than all NSW suburbs. So North Strathfield has a high safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is North Strathfield safe at night?

30% of crimes in North Strathfield occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in North Strathfield at night.

Total Crime Stats of North Strathfield

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