Speers Point Crime Index

47

(100 is safest)

Safer than 47% of most Australia suburbs

Speers Point Crime Map

Speers Point crime map

Speers Point Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Speers Point
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 194, down 12% from 221 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Speers Point is in the 42nd percentile for safety, meaning 58% of NSW suburbs are safer than Speers Point and 42% of suburbs are more dangerous than Speers Point.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 increased by 5% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • There was no change in the number of sexual offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • There were no homicide offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • The number of burglary offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 38% (6 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 34% (29 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • There were no robbery offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2021 decreased by 25% (3 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 6% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Speers Point: 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 Speers Point is safer than only 47% of all suburbs across the nation, regardless of population size. This implies that Speers Point’s crime rate is about average for most suburbs and neighborhoods in Australia.

How does Speers Point perform compared to other suburbs of all population sizes in NSW? The crime rate in Speers Point is greater than that of roughly 58% of other suburbs in NSW, leading to moderate public safety scores.

As a resident of Speers Point, the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 26 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 Speers Point’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 Speers Point. By doing so, we can gain a more in-depth insight into the nature and extent of crime in Speers Point.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis has uncovered that the rate of crimes against the person in Speers Point is 1262 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 78 if you reside in Speers Point.

Our data reveals that the odds of becoming a victim of property crime in Speers Point are 1 in 40, with a rate of 2435 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.

Speers Point Crime Rates by Offences Division

DivisionNumber of CrimesCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Crimes against the person431262
Property and deception offences832435
Drug offences11323
Public order and security offences6176
Justice procedures offences20587
Other offences31910
Total1945692

Speers Point Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 78

In Speers Point

1 in 65

In NSW

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

Violent crimes against the person in Speers Point vs New South Wales in Australia

Crimes Against the Person: Speers Point vs NSW

Speers Point population: 3408

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (per 100,000 residents)
Homicide07201
Assault2062864587770
Sexual offences614650176179
Robbery01760022
Abduction and kidnapping020303
Blackmail and Extortion012702
Intimidation, stalking and harassment1740910499501
Other offences against the person01883023

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Murder00
Sexual assault6176
Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences00
Domestic violence related assault12352
Non-domestic violence related assault7205

Speers Point Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 40

In Speers Point

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Speers Point vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Speers Point vs NSW, Australia

Speers Point population: 3408

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Theft5618002816432204
Burglary/Break and Enter1024967293306
Arson03760046
Malicious damage to property1749136499602

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Motor vehicle theft9264
Steal from motor vehicle21616
Steal from retail store00
Break and enter dwelling7205
Break and enter non-dwelling388

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Speers Point vs NSW

Drug Offences: Speers Point 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 possession83403223541667
Drug dealing and trafficking16293297705
Cultivate or manufacture drugs0111601366
Other drug offences258415972

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: Speers Point vs NSW

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Disorderly conduct31732188212.07
Prohibited and regulated weapons offences31466488179.54

Speers Point Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Speers Point vs NSW

Speers Point Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Speers Point in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Speers Point?

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

What is the crime rate in Speers Point?

The overall crime rate in Speers Point, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 5692 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 Speers Point a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Speers Point total crime rate in 2021 was 5692. This means it’s 42% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Speers Point has a moderate safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Speers Point safe at night?

35% of crimes in Speers Point occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Speers Point at night.

Total Crime Stats of Speers Point

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 assault1312
Crimes against the personAssaultNon-domestic violence related assault67
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual assault26
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences411
Crimes against the personRobberyRobbery110
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 harassment1317
Crimes against the personOther offences against the personOther offences against the person00
Property and deception offencesTheftMotor vehicle theft129
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from motor vehicle3921
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from retail store00
Property and deception offencesTheftReceiving or handling stolen goods43
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from dwelling104
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from person10
Property and deception offencesTheftStock theft00
Property and deception offencesTheftFraud1111
Property and deception offencesTheftOther theft offences88
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter dwelling127
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter non-dwelling413
Property and deception offencesArsonArson20
Property and deception offencesMalicious damage to propertyMalicious damage to property1817
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of cocaine01
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of narcotics10
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of cannabis143
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of amphetamines94
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of ecstasy00
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of other drugs10
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in cocaine00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in narcotics00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in cannabis00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in amphetamines10
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in ecstasy00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in other drugs01
Drug offencesCultivate or manufacture drugsCultivating cannabis20
Drug offencesCultivate or manufacture drugsManufacture drug00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingImporting drugs00
Drug offencesOther drug offencesOther drug offences32
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductTrespass22
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductOffensive conduct00
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductOffensive language01
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductCriminal intent10
Public order and security offencesProhibited and regulated weapons offencesProhibited and regulated weapons offences43
Other offencesBetting and gaming offencesBetting and gaming offences00
Other offencesLiquor offencesLiquor offences01
Other offencesPornography offencesPornography offences00
Other offencesProstitution offencesProstitution offences00
Other offencesTransport regulatory offencesTransport regulatory offences00
Other offencesMiscellaneous offencesMiscellaneous offences530
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresEscape custody00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach Apprehended Violence Order96
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach bail conditions1010
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresFail to appear00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresResist or hinder officer02
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresOther offences against justice procedures02

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