Crime Rates for Ropes Crossing, NSW
⇌ Compare Ropes Crossing with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Ropes Crossing (2760) crime rate for the Year ending Mar 2026 was calculated from 319 reported incidents, equal to 4,382 incident per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Ropes Crossing, NSW in 2021 was 7,280. In the last 10 years, Ropes Crossing, NSW's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data shows that Assault and Robbery occur at a rate of 1 incident per 173.3 people. For property crimes such as Burglary and Theft, the rate is 1 incident per 72.1 people. Community safety concerns, including Stalking and Harassment, are reported at a rate of 1 incident per 242.7 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 Ropes Crossing for 2026: Theft (99), Assault (48), Against justice procedures (37).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 315 | 283 | 266 | 386 | 339 | 371 | 321 | 273 | 290 | 271 | 319 |
| Abduction and kidnapping | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Against justice procedures | 9 | 10 | 9 | 29 | 21 | 29 | 16 | 23 | 20 | 14 | 37 |
| Arson | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 |
| Assault | 29 | 28 | 39 | 46 | 52 | 55 | 36 | 40 | 39 | 39 | 48 |
| Betting and gaming offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Coercive Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Disorderly conduct | 13 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 12 | 14 | 11 | 11 |
| Drug offences | 14 | 12 | 4 | 13 | 20 | 21 | 17 | 14 | 12 | 11 | 24 |
| Homicide | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 9 | 19 | 8 | 15 | 34 | 40 | 22 | 20 | 24 | 30 | 33 |
| Liquor offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 38 | 34 | 40 | 41 | 38 | 60 | 23 | 26 | 35 | 34 | 35 |
| Other offences | 5 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 9 | 11 | 50 | 5 | 7 | 5 | 4 |
| Other offences against the person | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Pornography offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 13 | 1 | 4 | 14 | 12 | 15 | 9 | 9 | 4 | 10 | 10 |
| Robbery | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Sexual offences | 7 | 5 | 7 | 11 | 7 | 12 | 6 | 5 | 8 | 3 | 7 |
| Theft | 175 | 163 | 144 | 200 | 137 | 115 | 125 | 117 | 122 | 101 | 99 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Ropes Crossing, NSW recorded 319 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 1498 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | incidents (2026) | incidents (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abduction and kidnapping | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 23 | 10 | 130.00% (10) |
| Breach bail conditions | 9 | 3 | 200.00% (3) |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 3 | 0 | 300.00% (0) |
| Resist or hinder officer | 2 | 1 | 100.00% (1) |
| Arson | 2 | 4 | -50.00% (4) |
| Assault Police | 2 | 0 | 200.00% (0) |
| Domestic violence related assault | 37 | 28 | 32.14% (28) |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 9 | 11 | -18.18% (11) |
| Blackmail and extortion | 0 | 2 | -100.00% (2) |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 2 | -50.00% (2) |
| Trespass | 10 | 9 | 11.11% (9) |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Dealing, trafficking in amphetamines | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Dealing, trafficking in cannabis | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Dealing, trafficking in cocaine | 2 | 0 | 200.00% (0) |
| Other drug offences | 3 | 1 | 200.00% (1) |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 8 | 1 | 700.00% (1) |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 4 | 8 | -50.00% (8) |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 1 | 1 | 0.00% (1) |
| Possession and/or use of narcotics | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 2 | 0 | 200.00% (0) |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 33 | 30 | 10.00% (30) |
| Malicious damage to property | 35 | 34 | 2.94% (34) |
| Other offences | 4 | 5 | -20.00% (5) |
| Other offences against the person | 1 | 1 | 0.00% (1) |
| Pornography offences | 5 | 2 | 150.00% (2) |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 10 | 10 | 0.00% (10) |
| Robbery with a weapon not a firearm | 1 | 2 | -50.00% (2) |
| Robbery without a weapon | 2 | 1 | 100.00% (1) |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 0 | 300.00% (0) |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 4 | 3 | 33.33% (3) |
| Break and enter dwelling | 12 | 5 | 140.00% (5) |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 6 | 12 | -50.00% (12) |
| Fraud | 16 | 16 | 0.00% (16) |
| Motor vehicle theft | 7 | 12 | -41.67% (12) |
| Other theft | 3 | 9 | -66.67% (9) |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 5 | 0 | 500.00% (0) |
| Steal from dwelling | 15 | 14 | 7.14% (14) |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 15 | 16 | -6.25% (16) |
| Steal from person | 7 | 0 | 700.00% (0) |
| Steal from retail store | 13 | 17 | -23.53% (17) |
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 Ropes Crossing, NSW?
Based on community voting, most respondents feel very safe living in Ropes Crossing, NSW. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in Ropes Crossing, NSW
How common is car theft in the Ropes Crossing, NSW?
There were 12 motor vehicle theft incident(s) recorded between Year ending Mar 2026, averaging 1 incident every 30.4 day.
Is Ropes Crossing, NSW safe in 2026
Yes, Ropes Crossing, NSW is considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 4,382 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 Ropes Crossing, NSW?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Ropes Crossing, NSW was Theft with 99 reported incidents.
Has crime in the Ropes Crossing, NSW increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates have decreased by 14% over the past five years.
What is rate of criminal against person in Ropes Crossing, NSW?
In Year ending Mar 2026, there were 92 incident against persons in Ropes Crossing, NSW, including homicide, assault, sexual offences,robbery, and other crimes against the person.
What is the rate of property crime in Ropes Crossing, NSW?
In Year ending Mar 2026, there were 136 property crime incident in Ropes Crossing, NSW, including arson, theft, and malicious damage to property.
What is the number of drug offenses in Ropes Crossing, NSW?
In Year ending Mar 2026, Ropes Crossing, NSW recorded 24 drug incident, including cocaine, narcotics, cannabis, amphetamines, ecstasy and other drugs.
Community Snapshot – Ropes Crossing (2021)
Ropes Crossing is a quiet suburb with around 7280 people. The area is highly family-oriented, with 63.6% of households being couple families with children and an average household size of 3.3 people. The median household weekly income is $2216, though the unemployment rate stands at 4.6%. While 53.6% of people were born in Australia, the area still reflects a multicultural spirit through its people, food, and events
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Other Safe Suburbs Near Ropes Crossing
If you’re considering living near Ropes Crossing , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Jordan Springs - 360 incidents (0.03058 per 100,000 people)
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- Tregear - 834 incidents (0.22541 per 100,000 people)
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- Emerton - 593 incidents (0.25839 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
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