Crime & Safety Overview
Safety: People
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Safety: Property
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Overall Safety
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Urraween is generally considered an unsafe suburb compared to other suburbs in Hervey Bay. Crime rates are above the Greater Hervey Bay 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 61.68%, and Property crime rates have decreased by 7.09%.
As with any area, it is recommended to stay aware of your surroundings and take the usual safety precautions.
Violent Crime
Greater Hervey Bay Crime Rate (Benchmark)
CrimeCalculated per 100,000 residents | Latest Rate | Greater Hervey Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Antisocial Behaviour | 189.5 | 126.3 |
| Assault | 615.9 | 612.3 |
| Robbery | 82.9 | 57.3 |
| Homicide | 11.8 | 7.3 |
| Total | 900.1 | 803.2 |
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Property Crime
Greater Hervey Bay Crime Rate (Benchmark)
CrimeCalculated per 100,000 residents | Latest Rate | Greater Hervey Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Trespassing | 758 | 1,033.7 |
| Theft | 5,093 | 4,750 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 177.7 | 286.3 |
| Property Damage | 769.9 | 751.8 |
| Arson | 23.7 | 45.5 |
| Total | 6,822.3 | 6,867.3 |
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Key Statistics
Violent Crime Ranked:
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Property Crime Ranked:
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