Crime & Safety Overview
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Toowoomba City is generally considered an unsafe suburb compared to other suburbs in Toowoomba. Crime rates are above the Greater Toowoomba 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 increased by 7.69%, and Property crime rates have increased by 12.65%.
As with any area, it is recommended to stay aware of your surroundings and take the usual safety precautions.
Violent Crime
Greater Toowoomba Crime Rate (Benchmark)
CrimeCalculated per 100,000 residents | Latest Rate | Greater Toowoomba |
|---|---|---|
| Antisocial Behaviour | 1,275.2 | 136.3 |
| Assault | 5,594.4 | 443.3 |
| Robbery | 617 | 42.1 |
| Homicide | 0 | 1.3 |
| Total | 7,486.6 | 623 |
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Property Crime
Greater Toowoomba Crime Rate (Benchmark)
CrimeCalculated per 100,000 residents | Latest Rate | Greater Toowoomba |
|---|---|---|
| Trespassing | 8,556.1 | 1,233.8 |
| Theft | 58,535.6 | 3,820.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1,768.8 | 318.3 |
| Property Damage | 8,350.5 | 622.2 |
| Arson | 82.3 | 20.1 |
| Total | 77,293.3 | 6,014.5 |
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