Verges Creek Crime Index

55

(100 is safest)

Safer than 55% of most Australia suburbs

Verges Creek Crime Map

Verges Creek crime map

Verges Creek Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Verges Creek
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 10, down 63% from 27 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Verges Creek is in the 66th percentile for safety, meaning 34% of NSW suburbs are safer than Verges Creek and 66% of suburbs are more dangerous than Verges Creek.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 83% (5 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.
  • 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 60% (3 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 increased by 100% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • There were no vandalism (Property damage) offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.

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Crime in Verges Creek: An In-Depth Analysis

According to AU Crime Rate’s analysis of the latest crime statistics from the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, Verges Creek is ranked safer than 55% of the suburbs across Australia, regardless of population size. That means that Verges Creek crime rate is about average for most suburbs and neighborhoods in Australia.

In NSW, only about 34% of suburbs have a lower crime rate than Verges Creek. As a result, Verges Creek has high scores in public safety metrics.

If you are a resident of Verges Creek, your chance of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 42 (based on the total crime rate of crimes against the person and property combined) while the New South Wales average is 1 in 20.

Let’s take a closer look at Verges Creek’s crime statistics and see how it fares in terms of crimes against person and property crimes. This information is crucial because it can shed light on whether violent or property crimes or both, are the primary factors driving Verges Creek’s overall crime rate. So, are you curious to learn more about Verges Creek’s crime data and what they reveal about the suburb’s safety and security? Let’s dive in!

AU Crime Rate’s analysis reveals that against the person crime rate in Verges Creek is 1007 per one hundred thousand inhabitants while the NSW average rate is 1500. So, one’s chances of becoming a victim of crimes against the person in Verges Creek is 1 in 98. The crimes against the person included in this analysis are homicide, assault, sexual offences, robbery, abduction, kidnapping, stalking, blackmail, and extortion.

From our analysis, we discovered that your odds of becoming a victim of a property crime if you live in Verges Creek is 1 in 74. This is equal to a rate of 1342 per one hundred thousand residents compared to a rate of 3158 per 100,000 residents for NSW state. It’s worth mentioning that the property crimes tracked here 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.

Verges Creek Crime Rates by Offences Division

Verges Creek Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 98

In Verges Creek

1 in 65

In NSW

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

Violent crimes against the person in Verges Creek vs New South Wales in Australia

Crimes Against the Person: Verges Creek vs NSW

Verges Creek population: 298

NSW population: 8058541

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

Verges Creek Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 74

In Verges Creek

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Verges Creek vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Verges Creek vs NSW, Australia

Verges Creek population: 298

NSW population: 8058541

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

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Verges Creek vs NSW

Drug Offences: Verges Creek 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: Verges Creek vs NSW

Verges Creek Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Verges Creek vs NSW

Verges Creek Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Verges Creek in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Verges Creek?

According to the latest available data from the New South Wales Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, the most common type of crime in Verges Creek is prohibited and regulated weapons offences.

What is the crime rate in Verges Creek?

The overall crime rate in Verges Creek, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 3356 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 Verges Creek a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Verges Creek total crime rate in 2021 was 3356. This means it’s 66% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Verges Creek has a high safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Verges Creek safe at night?

40% of crimes in Verges Creek occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Verges Creek at night.

Total Crime Stats of Verges Creek

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