Crime Rates for Maryland (newcastle), NSW
⇌ Compare Maryland (newcastle) with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Maryland (newcastle) (2287) crime rate for the Year ending Mar 2026 was calculated from 392 reported incidents, equal to 5,082 incident per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Maryland (newcastle), NSW in 2021 was 7,714. In the last 10 years, Maryland (newcastle), NSW's crime rate has remained relatively stable. Recent data shows that Assault and Robbery occur at a rate of 1 incident per 137.8 people. For property crimes such as Burglary and Theft, the rate is 1 incident per 74.2 people. Community safety concerns, including Stalking and Harassment, are reported at a rate of 1 incident per 233.8 people. When reviewing these figures, it’s also valuable to compare them with broader crime trends across the Greater Sydney region.
Most Common Crimes in Maryland (newcastle) for 2026: Theft (119), Assault (63), Malicious damage to property (61).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 296 | 389 | 329 | 354 | 349 | 284 | 293 | 323 | 262 | 331 | 392 |
| Abduction and kidnapping | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Against justice procedures | 19 | 35 | 25 | 22 | 48 | 50 | 36 | 35 | 30 | 45 | 60 |
| Arson | 1 | 4 | 3 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| Assault | 39 | 45 | 35 | 44 | 43 | 63 | 44 | 49 | 38 | 56 | 63 |
| Betting and gaming offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Coercive Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Disorderly conduct | 7 | 9 | 6 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 6 |
| Drug offences | 13 | 16 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 25 | 7 |
| Homicide | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 18 | 29 | 22 | 24 | 38 | 33 | 42 | 27 | 23 | 33 | 39 |
| Liquor offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 36 | 80 | 58 | 36 | 52 | 34 | 27 | 54 | 15 | 30 | 61 |
| Other offences | 4 | 2 | 6 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 |
| Other offences against the person | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Pornography offences | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 10 | 8 | 17 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| Robbery | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Sexual offences | 10 | 15 | 16 | 22 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 22 | 14 | 21 | 20 |
| Theft | 135 | 145 | 131 | 165 | 129 | 70 | 97 | 104 | 119 | 104 | 119 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Maryland (newcastle), NSW recorded 392 total crime incidents. Over the period from 2016 to 2026, overall crime has increased. Cumulatively over this period, the most common crime type was 'Theft' with 1318 reported cases.
- Overview
- Latest Crime Rates
- FAQ
- AI Analysis
- Crime Statistics
- What Others Say About Safety
- New South Wales Overview
- Latest Crime
- Source
*Disclaimer: Information on this website is general and may not be accurate. Please verify independently. Read full disclaimer.
Latest Crime Rates
| Type | incidents (2026) | incidents (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 38 | 27 | 40.74% (27) |
| Breach bail conditions | 22 | 13 | 69.23% (13) |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Resist or hinder officer | 0 | 4 | -100.00% (4) |
| Arson | 1 | 3 | -66.67% (3) |
| Assault Police | 1 | 1 | 0.00% (1) |
| Domestic violence related assault | 48 | 38 | 26.32% (38) |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 14 | 17 | -17.65% (17) |
| Blackmail and extortion | 2 | 1 | 100.00% (1) |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 1 | 0.00% (1) |
| Trespass | 5 | 1 | 400.00% (1) |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 1 | 0.00% (1) |
| Dealing, trafficking in amphetamines | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Dealing, trafficking in cocaine | 0 | 4 | -100.00% (4) |
| Other drug offences | 0 | 3 | -100.00% (3) |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 3 | 0 | 300.00% (0) |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 8 | -75.00% (8) |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 0 | 4 | -100.00% (4) |
| Possession and/or use of ecstasy | 0 | 2 | -100.00% (2) |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 1 | 2 | -50.00% (2) |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 39 | 33 | 18.18% (33) |
| Liquor offences | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Malicious damage to property | 61 | 30 | 103.33% (30) |
| Other offences | 5 | 2 | 150.00% (2) |
| Other offences against the person | 2 | 1 | 100.00% (1) |
| Pornography offences | 3 | 4 | -25.00% (4) |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 3 | 3 | 0.00% (3) |
| Robbery with a weapon not a firearm | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Sexual assault | 13 | 15 | -13.33% (15) |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 7 | 6 | 16.67% (6) |
| Break and enter dwelling | 20 | 18 | 11.11% (18) |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 4 | 1 | 300.00% (1) |
| Fraud | 27 | 28 | -3.57% (28) |
| Motor vehicle theft | 17 | 19 | -10.53% (19) |
| Other theft | 4 | 4 | 0.00% (4) |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Steal from dwelling | 6 | 8 | -25.00% (8) |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 20 | 17 | 17.65% (17) |
| Steal from person | 2 | 0 | 200.00% (0) |
| Steal from retail store | 18 | 9 | 100.00% (9) |
Overview
No of incidents (Year ending Mar 2026), people in 2021Crime rates are shown as incidents per 100,000 people. These figures are based on the latest reported incidents and population data from the last census (2021). As population numbers may have changed since 2021, the calculated rates may not accurately reflect current population levels or the current situation in each area (suburb, LGA, and state). Therefore, the rates should be used as an indicator rather than a definitive measure of whether a suburb is safe or unsafe.
How safe do you feel in Maryland (newcastle), NSW?
There are currently no community safety votes for Maryland (newcastle), NSW. Be the first to share how safe you feel living in the area.
FAQ About Crime in Maryland (newcastle), NSW
How common is car theft in the Maryland (newcastle), NSW?
There were 19 motor vehicle theft incident(s) recorded between Year ending Mar 2026, averaging 1 incident every 19.2 day.
Is Maryland (newcastle), NSW safe in 2026
Yes, Maryland (newcastle), NSW is considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 5,082 incidents per 100,000 people for the Year ending Mar 2026 is lower than the overall crime rate in New South Wales.
What is the most common crime in Maryland (newcastle), NSW?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Maryland (newcastle), NSW was Theft with 119 reported incidents.
Has crime in the Maryland (newcastle), NSW increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Maryland (newcastle), NSW have increased by 38% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Maryland (newcastle), NSW?
In Year ending Mar 2026, there were 127 incident against persons in Maryland (newcastle), NSW, including homicide, assault, sexual offences,robbery, and other crimes against the person.
What is the rate of property crime in Maryland (newcastle), NSW?
In Year ending Mar 2026, there were 181 property crime incident in Maryland (newcastle), NSW, including arson, theft, and malicious damage to property.
What is the number of drug offenses in Maryland (newcastle), NSW?
In Year ending Mar 2026, Maryland (newcastle), NSW recorded 7 drug incident, including cocaine, narcotics, cannabis, amphetamines, ecstasy and other drugs.
Community Snapshot – Maryland (newcastle) (2021)
Maryland (newcastle) is a quiet suburb with around 7714 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 45.9% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.8 people. The median household weekly income is $1793, though the unemployment rate stands at 4.8%. A majority of people (83.3%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
Population Overview
- Total People (2021)
- Total People (2025 estimate)
- Couple Families with Children
- Average Household Size
Income & Employment
- Median Household Weekly Income
- Unemployment Rate
Cultural Diversity
- Born Australia
Crime Statistics
Other Safe Suburbs Near Maryland (newcastle)
If you’re considering living near Maryland (newcastle) , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Fletcher - 315 incidents (0.03931 per 100,000 people)
- Elermore Vale - 298 incidents (0.04920 per 100,000 people)
- Birmingham Gardens - 158 incidents (0.06082 per 100,000 people)
- Shortland - 361 incidents (0.07957 per 100,000 people)
- Minmi - 60 incidents (0.08571 per 100,000 people)
- Wallsend - 1318 incidents (0.09952 per 100,000 people)
- Callaghan - 153 incidents (0.11267 per 100,000 people)
- Jesmond - 784 incidents (0.24424 per 100,000 people)
- Hexham - 178 incidents (1.13376 per 100,000 people)
*Unincorporated/Out Of Council - Areas that are not governed by a local government authority
Source: Crime Statistics Agency (CSA), NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, Australian Bureau of Statistics
Voices from Maryland (newcastle)
Read what locals and visitors say about feeling safe or not in the area.
How Do You Feel About the Safety of Maryland (newcastle) in 2026?
Tell us your story or share your experience about safety in Maryland (newcastle). Please keep your comments respectful and do not include personal information.
Please follow these guidelines when submitting your story:
* Due to some users using real names or identifying nicknames, we have updated our privacy settings to maximize protection for everyone. Any nickname provided by a user when submitting a comment will automatically be shown using only the first two letters, for example: A.C. The original nickname provided by the user will not be publicly displayed.
We show crime statistics sourced from third-party providers (CSA Victoria, BOCSAR) and do not independently verify this data. Found a discrepancy? Let us know and we'll correct it. For questions about the source data itself, please contact the relevant agency directly.