Tamworth Crime Index
0
(100 is safest)
Safer than 0% of most Australia suburbs
Tamworth Crime Map

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

- The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 1180, down 1% from 1195 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
- Tamworth is in the 0th percentile for safety, meaning 100% of NSW suburbs are safer than Tamworth and 0% of suburbs are more dangerous than Tamworth.
- The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 24% (26 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
- The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 increased by 39% (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 decreased by 32% (8 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 9% (23 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 increased by 167% (5 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
- The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 35% (30 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
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Crime in Tamworth: 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 Tamworth is safer than only 0% of all suburbs across the nation, regardless of population size. This implies that Tamworth’s crime rate is considerably higher than the average across most suburbs in Australia.
How does Tamworth perform compared to other suburbs of all population sizes in NSW? The crime rate in Tamworth is greater than that of roughly 100% of other suburbs in NSW, leading to low public safety scores.
As a resident of Tamworth, the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime is 0 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 Tamworth’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 Tamworth. By doing so, we can gain a more in-depth insight into the nature and extent of crime in Tamworth.
AU Crime Rate’s analysis has uncovered that the rate of crimes against the person in Tamworth is 94845 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 0 if you reside in Tamworth.
Our data reveals that the odds of becoming a victim of property crime in Tamworth are 0, with a rate of 156186 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.
Tamworth Crime Rates by Offences Division
Tamworth Crimes Against the Person
My Chances of Becoming a Victim of a Crime Against the Person
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In Tamworth
1 in 65
In NSW
Crimes Against the Person Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Crimes Against the Person: Tamworth vs NSW
Tamworth population: 194
NSW population: 8058541
Here is a breakdown of the major crimes against the person (violent crimes) including the number of offences and Tamworth crime rates for the selected offences.
Tamworth Property and Deception Offences
My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences
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In Tamworth
1 in 30
In NSW
Property and Deception Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Property and Deception Offences: Tamworth vs NSW, Australia
Tamworth population: 194
NSW population: 8058541
An overview of the major property and deception offences, including Tamworth crime statistics for each offence type.
Drug Offences
Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)
Drug Offences: 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: Tamworth vs NSW
Tamworth Crimes per Square KM
Tamworth Crime FAQs
How many murders were in Tamworth in 2021?
According to the New South Wales Police Force and BOSCAR data, there were 0 murders in 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 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 Tamworth is breach bail conditions.
What is the crime rate in Tamworth?
The overall crime rate in Tamworth, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 608247 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 Tamworth a safe place to live in?
NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Tamworth total crime rate in 2021 was 608247. This means it’s 0% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Tamworth has a low safety profile according to our scoring systems.
Is Tamworth safe at night?
46% of crimes in Tamworth occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s moderate safety to walk alone in Tamworth at night.
Total Crime Stats of 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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