Crime & Safety Overview
Safety: People
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Safety: Property
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Overall Safety
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Castle Hill is generally considered an average suburb compared to other suburbs in Townsville. Crime rates are below the Greater Townsville 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 100%, and Property crime rates have increased by 12.5%.
As with any area, it is recommended to stay aware of your surroundings and take the usual safety precautions.
Violent Crime
Greater Townsville Crime Rate (Benchmark)
CrimeCalculated per 100,000 residents | Latest Rate | Greater Townsville |
|---|---|---|
| Antisocial Behaviour | 0 | 289.3 |
| Assault | 0 | 1,884.1 |
| Robbery | 0 | 90.2 |
| Homicide | 0 | 3.1 |
| Total | 0 | 2,266.7 |
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Property Crime
Greater Townsville Crime Rate (Benchmark)
CrimeCalculated per 100,000 residents | Latest Rate | Greater Townsville |
|---|---|---|
| Trespassing | 3,917.7 | 2,106.2 |
| Theft | 4,113.6 | 6,413.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1,273.3 | 649.9 |
| Property Damage | 391.8 | 1,291 |
| Arson | 0 | 69.3 |
| Total | 9,696.4 | 10,530.3 |
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Key Statistics
Violent Crime Ranked:
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Property Crime Ranked:
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