Crime & Safety Overview
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Port Hedland is generally considered an average suburb compared to other suburbs in Port Hedland. Crime rates are below the Greater Port Hedland average, with Assault 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 3.97%, and Property crime rates have decreased by 38.02%.
As with any area, it is recommended to stay aware of your surroundings and take the usual safety precautions.
Violent Crime
Greater Port Hedland Crime Rate (Benchmark)
CrimeCalculated per 100,000 residents | Latest Rate | Greater Port Hedland |
|---|---|---|
| Antisocial Behaviour | 401.9 | 1,686.6 |
| Assault | 1,654.8 | 6,793.7 |
| Sexual Assault | 236.4 | 401 |
| Robbery | 0 | 70.8 |
| Homicide | 0 | 23.6 |
| Total | 2,293.1 | 8,975.7 |
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Property Crime
Greater Port Hedland Crime Rate (Benchmark)
CrimeCalculated per 100,000 residents | Latest Rate | Greater Port Hedland |
|---|---|---|
| Theft | 1,796.7 | 3,420.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 260 | 642.8 |
| Burglary | 331 | 2,040.5 |
| Property Damage | 1,063.8 | 2,907.4 |
| Arson | 94.6 | 171 |
| Total | 3,546.1 | 9,182.1 |
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