Sandringham Crime Index

45

(100 is safest)

Safer than 45% of most Australia suburbs

Sandringham Crime Map

Sandringham crime map

Sandringham Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Sandringham
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 68, down 7% from 73 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Sandringham is in the 45th percentile for safety, meaning 55% of NSW suburbs are safer than Sandringham and 45% of suburbs are more dangerous than Sandringham.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 increased by 33% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 increased by 100% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • There were no homicide offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • There was no change in the number of burglary offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 32% (6 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 decreased by 100% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • There were no motor vehicle theft offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 82% (9 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Sandringham: 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 Sandringham’s crime rate is about average for most suburbs and neighborhoods in Australia, as it is ranked safer than only 45% of suburbs across the country, irrespective of population size.

Approximately 55% of NSW suburbs have a lower crime rate compared to Sandringham. Therefore, Sandringham’s public safety metrics are moderate.

How risky is that? Living in Sandringham comes with a statistical risk of 1 in 2 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 Sandringham’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 Sandringham.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis of Sandringham crime statistics shows that there are 697 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 Sandringham are 1 in 143.

Our analysis indicates that if you reside in Sandringham, your chances of falling victim to property crimes, including theft, burglary, arson, and malicious damage to property, are 1 in 80, equivalent to a rate of 1238 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.

Sandringham Crime Rates by Offences Division

Sandringham Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 143

In Sandringham

1 in 65

In NSW

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

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

Crimes Against the Person: Sandringham vs NSW

Sandringham population: 1292

NSW population: 8058541

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

Sandringham Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 80

In Sandringham

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Sandringham vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Sandringham vs NSW, Australia

Sandringham population: 1292

NSW population: 8058541

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

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Sandringham vs NSW

Drug Offences: Sandringham 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: Sandringham vs NSW

Sandringham Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Sandringham vs NSW

Sandringham Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Sandringham in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Sandringham?

According to the latest available data from the New South Wales Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, the most common type of crime in Sandringham is steal from motor vehicle.

What is the crime rate in Sandringham?

The overall crime rate in Sandringham, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 5263 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 Sandringham a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Sandringham total crime rate in 2021 was 5263. This means it’s 45% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Sandringham has a moderate safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Sandringham safe at night?

38% of crimes in Sandringham occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Sandringham at night.

Total Crime Stats of Sandringham

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