Crime Rates for Shortland, NSW
⇌ Compare Shortland with another suburbAs of the Sep 2026 data release, The Shortland (2307) crime rate for the Year ending Jun 2026 was calculated from 330 reported incidents, equal to 7,274 incident per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Shortland, NSW in 2021 was 4,537. In the last 10 years, Shortland, NSW's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data shows that Assault and Robbery occur at a rate of 1 incident per 96.5 people. For property crimes such as Burglary and Theft, the rate is 1 incident per 40.9 people. Community safety concerns, including Stalking and Harassment, are reported at a rate of 1 incident per 133.4 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 Shortland for 2026: Theft (104), Assault (53), Against justice procedures (40).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 241 | 278 | 302 | 241 | 248 | 331 | 268 | 281 | 272 | 338 | 330 |
| Abduction and kidnapping | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Against justice procedures | 19 | 23 | 22 | 14 | 35 | 37 | 25 | 43 | 37 | 49 | 40 |
| Arson | 4 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 2 |
| Assault | 34 | 41 | 30 | 31 | 23 | 46 | 43 | 37 | 37 | 44 | 53 |
| Betting and gaming offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Coercive Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Disorderly conduct | 8 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 7 | 6 |
| Drug offences | 17 | 4 | 12 | 4 | 17 | 16 | 10 | 4 | 25 | 28 | 22 |
| Homicide | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 18 | 21 | 21 | 14 | 13 | 22 | 28 | 36 | 21 | 34 | 30 |
| Liquor offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 44 | 35 | 39 | 36 | 37 | 39 | 28 | 23 | 22 | 32 | 35 |
| Other offences | 4 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 11 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Other offences against the person | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Pornography offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 5 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 8 | 14 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 6 |
| Robbery | 1 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| Sexual offences | 4 | 13 | 6 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 18 | 11 | 23 | 20 | 22 |
| Theft | 82 | 114 | 132 | 104 | 87 | 126 | 87 | 109 | 85 | 111 | 104 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 0 | 6 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
In 2026, Shortland, NSW recorded 330 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 1141 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | incidents (2026) | incidents (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 22 | 31 | -29.03% (31) |
| Breach bail conditions | 10 | 13 | -23.08% (13) |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 1 | 2 | -50.00% (2) |
| Resist or hinder officer | 7 | 3 | 133.33% (3) |
| Arson | 2 | 6 | -66.67% (6) |
| Assault Police | 2 | 0 | 200.00% (0) |
| Domestic violence related assault | 39 | 30 | 30.00% (30) |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 12 | 14 | -14.29% (14) |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 1 | 0.00% (1) |
| Trespass | 5 | 6 | -16.67% (6) |
| Dealing, trafficking in amphetamines | 8 | 3 | 166.67% (3) |
| Dealing, trafficking in cannabis | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Dealing, trafficking in cocaine | 3 | 1 | 200.00% (1) |
| Dealing, trafficking in ecstasy | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Other drug offences | 0 | 2 | -100.00% (2) |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 4 | 9 | -55.56% (9) |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 3 | 5 | -40.00% (5) |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 1 | 1 | 0.00% (1) |
| Possession and/or use of ecstasy | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Possession and/or use of narcotics | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 3 | 3 | 0.00% (3) |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 30 | 34 | -11.76% (34) |
| Liquor offences | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Malicious damage to property | 35 | 32 | 9.38% (32) |
| Other offences | 1 | 1 | 0.00% (1) |
| Other offences against the person | 2 | 0 | 200.00% (0) |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 6 | 2 | 200.00% (2) |
| Robbery with a weapon not a firearm | 1 | 2 | -50.00% (2) |
| Robbery without a weapon | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Sexual assault | 16 | 11 | 45.45% (11) |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 6 | 9 | -33.33% (9) |
| Break and enter dwelling | 11 | 17 | -35.29% (17) |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 3 | 1 | 200.00% (1) |
| Fraud | 31 | 32 | -3.13% (32) |
| Motor vehicle theft | 19 | 18 | 5.56% (18) |
| Other theft | 5 | 3 | 66.67% (3) |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 4 | 3 | 33.33% (3) |
| Steal from dwelling | 9 | 5 | 80.00% (5) |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 21 | 27 | -22.22% (27) |
| Steal from person | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Steal from retail store | 1 | 4 | -75.00% (4) |
| Transport regulatory offences | 4 | 0 | 400.00% (0) |
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 Shortland, NSW
How common is car theft in the Shortland, NSW?
There were 18 motor vehicle theft incident(s) recorded between Year ending Jun 2026, averaging 1 incident every 20.3 day.
Is Shortland, NSW safe in 2026
Based on official statistics, Shortland, NSW may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 7,274 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 Shortland, NSW?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Shortland, NSW was Theft with 104 reported incidents.
Has crime in the Shortland, NSW increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
The crime rates are similar to or nearly the same as they were five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Shortland, NSW?
In Year ending Jun 2026, there were 109 incident against persons in Shortland, NSW, including homicide, assault, sexual offences,robbery, and other crimes against the person.
What is the rate of property crime in Shortland, NSW?
In Year ending Jun 2026, there were 141 property crime incident in Shortland, NSW, including arson, theft, and malicious damage to property.
What is the number of drug offenses in Shortland, NSW?
In Year ending Jun 2026, Shortland, NSW recorded 22 drug incident, including cocaine, narcotics, cannabis, amphetamines, ecstasy and other drugs.
Community Snapshot – Shortland (2021)
Shortland is a quiet suburb with around 4537 people. While families are part of the community, only about 31.5% of households are couple families with children, and the average household size is 2.3 people. The median household weekly income is $1344, though the unemployment rate stands at 6.4%. A majority of people (80.7%) were born in Australia, though the suburb still enjoys a touch of cultural variety.
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Other Safe Suburbs Near Shortland
If you’re considering living near Shortland , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Callaghan - 56 incidents (0.04124 per 100,000 people)
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- Birmingham Gardens - 178 incidents (0.06851 per 100,000 people)
- North Lambton - 248 incidents (0.07180 per 100,000 people)
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- Warabrook - 216 incidents (0.10898 per 100,000 people)
- Jesmond - 854 incidents (0.26604 per 100,000 people)
- Sandgate - 139 incidents (0.50362 per 100,000 people)
- Hexham - 181 incidents (1.15287 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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