Wentworth Falls Crime Index

69

(100 is safest)

Safer than 69% of most Australia suburbs

Wentworth Falls Crime Map

Wentworth Falls crime map

Wentworth Falls Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Wentworth Falls
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 239, down 14% from 278 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Wentworth Falls is in the 62st percentile for safety, meaning 39% of NSW suburbs are safer than Wentworth Falls and 61% of suburbs are more dangerous than Wentworth Falls.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 increased by 11% (4 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 increased by 180% (9 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 82% (14 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 27% (14 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of robbery offences recorded in 2021 increased by 100% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2021 decreased by 100% (3 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 increased by 32% (10 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Wentworth Falls: 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 Wentworth Falls is safer than only 69% of all suburbs across the nation, regardless of population size. This implies that Wentworth Falls’s crime rate is below average to the majority of suburbs in Australia.

How does Wentworth Falls perform compared to other suburbs of all population sizes in NSW? The crime rate in Wentworth Falls is greater than that of roughly 39% of other suburbs in NSW, leading to high public safety scores.

As a resident of Wentworth Falls, the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 38 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 Wentworth Falls’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 Wentworth Falls. By doing so, we can gain a more in-depth insight into the nature and extent of crime in Wentworth Falls.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis has uncovered that the rate of crimes against the person in Wentworth Falls is 1260 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 Wentworth Falls.

Our data reveals that the odds of becoming a victim of property crime in Wentworth Falls are 1 in 77, with a rate of 1275 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.

Wentworth Falls Crime Rates by Offences Division

DivisionNumber of CrimesCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Crimes against the person811260
Property and deception offences821275
Drug offences00
Public order and security offences24373
Justice procedures offences25389
Other offences27420
Total2393717

Wentworth Falls Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 78

In Wentworth Falls

1 in 65

In NSW

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

Violent crimes against the person in Wentworth Falls vs New South Wales in Australia

Crimes Against the Person: Wentworth Falls vs NSW

Wentworth Falls population: 6430

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (per 100,000 residents)
Homicide07201
Assault3962864607770
Sexual offences1414650218179
Robbery117601622
Abduction and kidnapping020303
Blackmail and Extortion012702
Intimidation, stalking and harassment2740910420501
Other offences against the person01883023

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Murder00
Sexual assault8124
Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences693
Domestic violence related assault24373
Non-domestic violence related assault11171

Wentworth Falls Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 77

In Wentworth Falls

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Wentworth Falls vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Wentworth Falls vs NSW, Australia

Wentworth Falls population: 6430

NSW population: 8058541

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Theft381800285912204
Burglary/Break and Enter32496747306
Arson03760046
Malicious damage to property4149136638602

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

CrimesNo. of offencesRate
Motor vehicle theft00
Steal from motor vehicle693
Steal from retail store116
Break and enter dwelling231
Break and enter non-dwelling116

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Wentworth Falls vs NSW

Drug Offences: Wentworth Falls 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 possession034032041667
Drug dealing and trafficking0629307705
Cultivate or manufacture drugs0111601366
Other drug offences05841072

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: Wentworth Falls vs NSW

CrimesTotal Criminal IncidentsNSW Total Criminal IncidentsCrime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)NSW Crime Rate (Per 100,000 Residents)
Disorderly conduct1717321264212.07
Prohibited and regulated weapons offences714664109179.54

Wentworth Falls Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Wentworth Falls vs NSW

Wentworth Falls Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Wentworth Falls in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Wentworth Falls?

According to the latest available data from the New South Wales Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, the most common type of crime in Wentworth Falls is malicious damage to property.

What is the crime rate in Wentworth Falls?

The overall crime rate in Wentworth Falls, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 3717 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 Wentworth Falls a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Wentworth Falls total crime rate in 2021 was 3717. This means it’s 61% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Wentworth Falls has a high safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Wentworth Falls safe at night?

39% of crimes in Wentworth Falls occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Wentworth Falls at night.

Total Crime Stats of Wentworth Falls

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 Police34
Crimes against the personAssaultDomestic violence related assault2024
Crimes against the personAssaultNon-domestic violence related assault1211
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual assault18
Crimes against the personSexual offencensSexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences418
Crimes against the personRobberyRobbery216
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 harassment3227
Crimes against the personOther offences against the personOther offences against the person10
Property and deception offencesTheftMotor vehicle theft30
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from motor vehicle116
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from retail store11
Property and deception offencesTheftReceiving or handling stolen goods21
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from dwelling85
Property and deception offencesTheftSteal from person11
Property and deception offencesTheftStock theft00
Property and deception offencesTheftFraud2118
Property and deception offencesTheftOther theft offences56
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter dwelling142
Property and deception offencesBurglary/Break and enterBreak and enter non-dwelling311
Property and deception offencesArsonArson10
Property and deception offencesMalicious damage to propertyMalicious damage to property3141
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of cocaine00
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of narcotics00
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of cannabis120
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of amphetamines10
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of ecstasy00
Drug offencesDrug use and possessionPossession and/or use of other drugs20
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 amphetamines00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in ecstasy00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingDealing, trafficking in other drugs00
Drug offencesCultivate or manufacture drugsCultivating cannabis00
Drug offencesCultivate or manufacture drugsManufacture drug00
Drug offencesDrug dealing and traffickingImporting drugs00
Drug offencesOther drug offencesOther drug offences60
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductTrespass2715
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductOffensive conduct10
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductOffensive language20
Public order and security offencesDisorderly conductCriminal intent12
Public order and security offencesProhibited and regulated weapons offencesProhibited and regulated weapons offences37
Other offencesBetting and gaming offencesBetting and gaming offences00
Other offencesLiquor offencesLiquor offences103
Other offencesPornography offencesPornography offences11
Other offencesProstitution offencesProstitution offences00
Other offencesTransport regulatory offencesTransport regulatory offences27
Other offencesMiscellaneous offencesMiscellaneous offences1916
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresEscape custody00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach Apprehended Violence Order514
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresBreach bail conditions103
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresFail to appear00
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresResist or hinder officer22
Justice procedures offencesAgainst justice proceduresOther offences against justice procedures06

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