Port Macquarie Crime Index
31
(100 is safest)
Safer than 31% of most Australia suburbs
Port Macquarie Crime Map

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

- The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 3801, up 14% from 3338 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
- Port Macquarie is in the 28th percentile for safety, meaning 72% of NSW suburbs are safer than Port Macquarie and 28% of suburbs are more dangerous than Port Macquarie.
- The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 increased by 31% (116 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
- The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 increased by 4% (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 increased by 6% (9 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 increased by 36% (246 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- The number of robbery offences recorded in 2021 increased by 100% (4 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2021 increased by 54% (25 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 increased by 5% (19 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
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Crime in Port Macquarie: An In-Depth Analysis
AU Crime Rate’s analysis of recent crime data from the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) reveals that Port Macquarie’s crime rate is quite a bit higher than average regarding to most Australian suburbs, as it is ranked safer than only 31% of suburbs across the country, irrespective of population size.
Approximately 72% of NSW suburbs have a lower crime rate compared to Port Macquarie. Therefore, Port Macquarie’s public safety metrics are moderate.
How risky is that? Living in Port Macquarie comes with a statistical risk of 1 in 18 of becoming a victim of crime, considering the total rate of crimes against the person and property. In contrast, the average chance of falling victim to crime in New South Wales stands at 1 in 20.
To better understand Port Macquarie’s overall crime rate, it is essential to examine its performance in crimes against the person and property crimes separately. This approach can provide further insight into whether violent crimes, property crimes, or both, are the primary drivers of the general crime rate in Port Macquarie.
AU Crime Rate’s analysis of Port Macquarie crime statistics shows that there are 2044 incidents against the person per 100,000 inhabitants in a standard year, compared to the NSW average rate of 1500. As a result, the chances of becoming a victim of crimes such as homicide, assault, sexual offences, robbery, abduction, kidnapping, stalking, blackmail, and extortion in Port Macquarie are 1 in 48.
Our analysis indicates that if you reside in Port Macquarie, your chances of falling victim to property crimes, including theft, burglary, arson, and malicious damage to property, are 1 in 31, equivalent to a rate of 3117 per 100,000 residents. As a reference, the property crime rate for every 100,000 residents in NSW is 3158.
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.
Port Macquarie Crime Rates by Offences Division
Port Macquarie Crimes Against the Person
My Chances of Becoming a Victim of a Crime Against the Person
1 in 48
In Port Macquarie
1 in 65
In NSW
Crimes Against the Person Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Crimes Against the Person: Port Macquarie vs NSW
Port Macquarie population: 47744
NSW population: 8058541
Here is a breakdown of the major crimes against the person (violent crimes) including the number of offences and Port Macquarie crime rates for the selected offences.
Port Macquarie Property and Deception Offences
My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences
1 in 31
In Port Macquarie
1 in 30
In NSW
Property and Deception Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Property and Deception Offences: Port Macquarie vs NSW, Australia
Port Macquarie population: 47744
NSW population: 8058541
An overview of the major property and deception offences, including Port Macquarie crime statistics for each offence type.
Drug Offences
Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Drug Offences: Port Macquarie vs New South Wales
Public Order and Security Offences
Public Order and Security Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Public Order and Security Offences: Port Macquarie vs NSW
Port Macquarie Crimes per Square KM
Port Macquarie Crime FAQs
How many murders were in Port Macquarie in 2021?
According to the New South Wales Police Force and BOSCAR data, there were 0 murders in Port Macquarie in 2021. The number of homicides (which includes murders, attempted murder, murder conspiracy, and manslaughters) was 0.
What’s the most common crime in Port Macquarie?
According to the latest available data from the New South Wales Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, the most common type of crime in Port Macquarie is malicious damage to property.
What is the crime rate in Port Macquarie?
The overall crime rate in Port Macquarie, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 7961 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 Port Macquarie a safe place to live in?
NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Port Macquarie total crime rate in 2021 was 7961. This means it’s 28% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Port Macquarie has a moderate safety profile according to our scoring systems.
Is Port Macquarie safe at night?
43% of crimes in Port Macquarie occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s moderate safety to walk alone in Port Macquarie at night.
Total Crime Stats of Port Macquarie
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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