Sutherland Crime Index

40

(100 is safest)

Safer than 40% of most Australia suburbs

Sutherland Crime Map

Sutherland crime map

Sutherland Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Sutherland
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 2819, up 21% from 2329 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Sutherland is in the 6th percentile for safety, meaning 94% of NSW suburbs are safer than Sutherland and 6% of suburbs are more dangerous than Sutherland.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 19% (23 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 42% (10 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 21% (5 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 4% (8 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • There was no change in the number of robbery offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2021 decreased by 10% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 22% (19 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Sutherland: 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 Sutherland is safer than only 40% of all suburbs across the nation, regardless of population size. This implies that Sutherland’s crime rate is about average for most suburbs and neighborhoods in Australia.

How does Sutherland perform compared to other suburbs of all population sizes in NSW? The crime rate in Sutherland is greater than that of roughly 94% of other suburbs in NSW, leading to low public safety scores.

As a resident of Sutherland, the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 23 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 Sutherland’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 Sutherland. By doing so, we can gain a more in-depth insight into the nature and extent of crime in Sutherland.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis has uncovered that the rate of crimes against the person in Sutherland is 1641 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 60 if you reside in Sutherland.

Our data reveals that the odds of becoming a victim of property crime in Sutherland are 1 in 38, with a rate of 2565 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.

Sutherland Crime Rates by Offences Division

Sutherland Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 60

In Sutherland

1 in 65

In NSW

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

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

Crimes Against the Person: Sutherland vs NSW

Sutherland population: 11579

NSW population: 8058541

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

Sutherland Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 38

In Sutherland

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Sutherland vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Sutherland vs NSW, Australia

Sutherland population: 11579

NSW population: 8058541

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

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Sutherland vs NSW

Drug Offences: Sutherland 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: Sutherland vs NSW

Sutherland Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Sutherland vs NSW

Sutherland Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Sutherland in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Sutherland?

According to the latest available data from the New South Wales Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, the most common type of crime in Sutherland is breach bail conditions.

What is the crime rate in Sutherland?

The overall crime rate in Sutherland, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 24346 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 Sutherland a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Sutherland total crime rate in 2021 was 24346. This means it’s 6% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Sutherland has a low safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Sutherland safe at night?

31% of crimes in Sutherland occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Sutherland at night.

Total Crime Stats of Sutherland

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

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