Woodenbong Crime Index

16

(100 is safest)

Safer than 16% of most Australia suburbs

Woodenbong Crime Map

Woodenbong crime map

Woodenbong Crime Statistics at a Glance

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

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Woodenbong
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 37, up 19% from 31 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Woodenbong is in the 22nd percentile for safety, meaning 78% of NSW suburbs are safer than Woodenbong and 22% of suburbs are more dangerous than Woodenbong.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 increased by 500% (5 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 increased by 50% (1 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 150% (3 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 20% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • There were no robbery offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • There was no change in the number of motor vehicle theft offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • The number of vandalism offences (Property damage) recorded in 2021 decreased by 29% (2 Incidents) compared to the previous year.

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Crime in Woodenbong: 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 Woodenbong is safer than only 16% of all suburbs across the nation, regardless of population size. This implies that Woodenbong’s crime rate is considerably higher than the average across most suburbs in Australia.

How does Woodenbong perform compared to other suburbs of all population sizes in NSW? The crime rate in Woodenbong is greater than that of roughly 78% of other suburbs in NSW, leading to low public safety scores.

As a resident of Woodenbong, the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 14 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 Woodenbong’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 Woodenbong. By doing so, we can gain a more in-depth insight into the nature and extent of crime in Woodenbong.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis has uncovered that the rate of crimes against the person in Woodenbong is 3316 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 29 if you reside in Woodenbong.

Our data reveals that the odds of becoming a victim of property crime in Woodenbong are 1 in 27, with a rate of 3571 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.

Woodenbong Crime Rates by Offences Division

Woodenbong Crimes Against the Person

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

1 in 29

In Woodenbong

1 in 65

In NSW

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

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

Crimes Against the Person: Woodenbong vs NSW

Woodenbong population: 392

NSW population: 8058541

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

Woodenbong Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 27

In Woodenbong

1 in 30

In NSW

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

Property offences in Woodenbong vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Woodenbong vs NSW, Australia

Woodenbong population: 392

NSW population: 8058541

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

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Woodenbong vs NSW

Drug Offences: Woodenbong 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: Woodenbong vs NSW

Woodenbong Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Woodenbong vs NSW

Woodenbong Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Woodenbong in 2021?

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

What’s the most common crime in Woodenbong?

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

What is the crime rate in Woodenbong?

The overall crime rate in Woodenbong, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 9439 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 Woodenbong a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Woodenbong total crime rate in 2021 was 9439. This means it’s 22% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Woodenbong has a low safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Woodenbong safe at night?

34% of crimes in Woodenbong occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s fairly safe to walk alone in Woodenbong at night.

Total Crime Stats of Woodenbong

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