Crime Rates for Ruse, NSW
⇌ Compare Ruse with another suburbAs of the Sep 2026 data release, The Ruse (2560) crime rate for the Year ending Jun 2026 was calculated from 193 reported incidents, equal to 3,427 incident per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Ruse, NSW in 2021 was 5,632. In the last 10 years, Ruse, NSW's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data shows that Assault and Robbery occur at a rate of 1 incident per 140.8 people. For property crimes such as Burglary and Theft, the rate is 1 incident per 131 people. Community safety concerns, including Stalking and Harassment, are reported at a rate of 1 incident per 234.7 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 Ruse for 2026: Assault (42), Theft (33), Intimidation, stalking and harassment (31).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 246 | 274 | 255 | 236 | 242 | 167 | 223 | 166 | 143 | 205 | 193 |
| Abduction and kidnapping | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Against justice procedures | 20 | 25 | 15 | 23 | 39 | 11 | 49 | 21 | 12 | 36 | 25 |
| Arson | 6 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| Assault | 32 | 44 | 28 | 41 | 32 | 27 | 36 | 27 | 23 | 40 | 42 |
| 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 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Coercive Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Disorderly conduct | 4 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Drug offences | 10 | 26 | 16 | 18 | 19 | 9 | 17 | 9 | 7 | 10 | 9 |
| Homicide | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 33 | 31 | 22 | 33 | 17 | 11 | 20 | 17 | 18 | 24 | 31 |
| Liquor offences | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 33 | 40 | 29 | 16 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 11 | 13 | 26 | 21 |
| Other offences | 3 | 3 | 2 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| Other offences against the person | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 5 | 17 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 9 | 2 | 5 |
| Robbery | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Sexual offences | 9 | 9 | 11 | 18 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 13 |
| Theft | 93 | 75 | 106 | 67 | 84 | 62 | 42 | 53 | 39 | 43 | 33 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, Ruse, NSW recorded 193 total crime incidents. Over the period from 2016 to 2026, overall crime has decreased. Cumulatively over this period, the most common crime type was 'Theft' with 697 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | incidents (2026) | incidents (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 14 | 18 | -22.22% (18) |
| Breach bail conditions | 8 | 15 | -46.67% (15) |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 2 | 1 | 100.00% (1) |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 2 | -50.00% (2) |
| Arson | 4 | 3 | 33.33% (3) |
| Assault Police | 0 | 2 | -100.00% (2) |
| Domestic violence related assault | 27 | 32 | -15.63% (32) |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 15 | 6 | 150.00% (6) |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Trespass | 1 | 2 | -50.00% (2) |
| Dealing, trafficking in amphetamines | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Dealing, trafficking in other drugs | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 4 | 3 | 33.33% (3) |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 4 | -50.00% (4) |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Possession and/or use of narcotics | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 1 | 1 | 0.00% (1) |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 31 | 24 | 29.17% (24) |
| Liquor offences | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Malicious damage to property | 21 | 26 | -19.23% (26) |
| Other offences | 1 | 3 | -66.67% (3) |
| Other offences against the person | 2 | 2 | 0.00% (2) |
| Pornography offences | 4 | 0 | 400.00% (0) |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 5 | 2 | 150.00% (2) |
| Robbery with a weapon not a firearm | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Sexual assault | 7 | 8 | -12.50% (8) |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 6 | 5 | 20.00% (5) |
| Break and enter dwelling | 6 | 7 | -14.29% (7) |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Fraud | 10 | 8 | 25.00% (8) |
| Motor vehicle theft | 6 | 4 | 50.00% (4) |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 3 | -66.67% (3) |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 9 | -88.89% (9) |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 8 | 9 | -11.11% (9) |
| Steal from retail store | 1 | 2 | -50.00% (2) |
Overview
No of incidents (Year ending Jun 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.
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FAQ About Crime in Ruse, NSW
How common is car theft in the Ruse, NSW?
There were 4 motor vehicle theft incident(s) recorded between Year ending Jun 2026, averaging 1 incident every 91.3 day.
Is Ruse, NSW safe in 2026
Based on official statistics, Ruse, NSW may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 3,427 incidents per 100,000 people for the Year ending Jun 2026 is higher than the overall crime rate in New South Wales.
What is the most common crime in Ruse, NSW?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Ruse, NSW was Assault with 42 reported incidents.
Has crime in the Ruse, NSW increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Ruse, NSW have increased by 16% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Ruse, NSW?
In Year ending Jun 2026, there were 89 incident against persons in Ruse, NSW, including homicide, assault, sexual offences,robbery, and other crimes against the person.
What is the rate of property crime in Ruse, NSW?
In Year ending Jun 2026, there were 58 property crime incident in Ruse, NSW, including arson, theft, and malicious damage to property.
What is the number of drug offenses in Ruse, NSW?
In Year ending Jun 2026, Ruse, NSW recorded 9 drug incident, including cocaine, narcotics, cannabis, amphetamines, ecstasy and other drugs.
Community Snapshot – Ruse (2021)
Ruse is a quiet suburb with around 5632 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 44.6% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.8 people. The median household weekly income is $1797, though the unemployment rate stands at 4.6%. A majority of people (74.4%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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If you’re considering living near Ruse , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
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- Campbelltown - 6563 incidents (0.39591 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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