North Tamworth Crime Index
48
(100 is safest)
Safer than 48% of most Australia suburbs
North Tamworth Crime Map

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

- The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 313, up 22% from 256 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
- North Tamworth is in the 48th percentile for safety, meaning 52% of NSW suburbs are safer than North Tamworth and 48% of suburbs are more dangerous than North Tamworth.
- The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 increased by 6% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
- The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 33% (3 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 35% (12 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 increased by 28% (20 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 increased by 15% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 increased by 21% (5 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
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Crime in North Tamworth: An In-Depth Analysis
According to AU Crime Rate’s analysis of the latest crime statistics from the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, North Tamworth is ranked safer than 48% of the suburbs across Australia, regardless of population size. That means that North Tamworth crime rate is about average for most suburbs and neighborhoods in Australia.
In NSW, only about 52% of suburbs have a lower crime rate than North Tamworth. As a result, North Tamworth has moderate scores in public safety metrics.
If you are a resident of North Tamworth, your chance of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 27 (based on the total crime rate of crimes against the person and property combined) while the New South Wales average is 1 in 20.
Let’s take a closer look at North Tamworth’s crime statistics and see how it fares in terms of crimes against person and property crimes. This information is crucial because it can shed light on whether violent or property crimes or both, are the primary factors driving North Tamworth’s overall crime rate. So, are you curious to learn more about North Tamworth’s crime data and what they reveal about the suburb’s safety and security? Let’s dive in!
AU Crime Rate’s analysis reveals that against the person crime rate in North Tamworth is 976 per one hundred thousand inhabitants while the NSW average rate is 1500. So, one’s chances of becoming a victim of crimes against the person in North Tamworth is 1 in 102. The crimes against the person included in this analysis are homicide, assault, sexual offences, robbery, abduction, kidnapping, stalking, blackmail, and extortion.
From our analysis, we discovered that your odds of becoming a victim of a property crime if you live in North Tamworth is 1 in 37. This is equal to a rate of 2655 per one hundred thousand residents compared to a rate of 3158 per 100,000 residents for NSW state. It’s worth mentioning that the property crimes tracked here 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 Tamworth Crime Rates by Offences Division
North Tamworth Crimes Against the Person
My Chances of Becoming a Victim of a Crime Against the Person
1 in 102
In North Tamworth
1 in 65
In NSW
Crimes Against the Person Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Crimes Against the Person: North Tamworth vs NSW
North Tamworth population: 6253
NSW population: 8058541
Here is a breakdown of the major crimes against the person (violent crimes) including the number of offences and North Tamworth crime rates for the selected offences.
North Tamworth Property and Deception Offences
My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences
1 in 37
In North Tamworth
1 in 30
In NSW
Property and Deception Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Property and Deception Offences: North Tamworth vs NSW, Australia
North Tamworth population: 6253
NSW population: 8058541
An overview of the major property and deception offences, including North Tamworth crime statistics for each offence type.
Drug Offences
Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Drug Offences: North Tamworth vs New South Wales
Public Order and Security Offences
Public Order and Security Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Public Order and Security Offences: North Tamworth vs NSW
North Tamworth Crimes per Square KM
North Tamworth Crime FAQs
How many murders were in North Tamworth in 2021?
According to the New South Wales Police Force and BOSCAR data, there were 0 murders in North Tamworth 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 Tamworth?
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 Tamworth is break and enter dwelling.
What is the crime rate in North Tamworth?
The overall crime rate in North Tamworth, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 5006 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 Tamworth a safe place to live in?
NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that North Tamworth total crime rate in 2021 was 5006. This means it’s 48% safer than all NSW suburbs. So North Tamworth has a moderate safety profile according to our scoring systems.
Is North Tamworth safe at night?
46% of crimes in North Tamworth occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s moderate safety to walk alone in North Tamworth at night.
Total Crime Stats of North Tamworth
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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