Crime & Safety Overview
Safety: People
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Bourkelands is generally considered a safer suburb compared to other suburbs in Wagga Wagga. Crime rates are below the Greater Wagga Wagga average, with Antisocial Behaviour being the most commonly reported violent crime, and Theft the most commonly reported property crime. From 2023 to 2024, Violent crime rates have decreased by 34.99%, and Property crime rates have decreased by 25.01%.
As with any area, it is recommended to stay aware of your surroundings and take the usual safety precautions.
Violent Crime
Greater Wagga Wagga Crime Rate (Benchmark)
CrimeCalculated per 100,000 residents | Latest Rate | Greater Wagga Wagga |
|---|---|---|
| Antisocial Behaviour | 242.6 | 1,038.6 |
| Disorderly Conduct | 30.3 | 447.3 |
| Assault | 121.3 | 1,481.3 |
| Sexual Assault | 0 | 348.7 |
| Robbery | 0 | 24.3 |
| Homicide | 0 | 1.5 |
| Total | 394.2 | 3,341.7 |
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Property Crime
Greater Wagga Wagga Crime Rate (Benchmark)
CrimeCalculated per 100,000 residents | Latest Rate | Greater Wagga Wagga |
|---|---|---|
| Theft | 636.7 | 3,273.4 |
| Property Damage | 272.9 | 1,129.6 |
| Arson | 0 | 91 |
| Total | 909.6 | 4,494 |
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