Crime & Safety Overview
Safety: People
6 / 10
0510
Safety: Property
6 / 10
0510
Overall Safety
6 / 10
0510
West Beach is generally considered an average suburb compared to other suburbs in Esperance. Crime rates are below the Greater Esperance average, with Sexual 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 157.12%, and Property crime rates have decreased by 11.77%.
As with any area, it is recommended to stay aware of your surroundings and take the usual safety precautions.
Violent Crime
Greater Esperance Crime Rate (Benchmark)
CrimeCalculated per 100,000 residents | Latest Rate | Greater Esperance |
|---|---|---|
| Antisocial Behaviour | 0 | 358.5 |
| Assault | 514.1 | 1,904.4 |
| Sexual Assault | 642.7 | 358.5 |
| Robbery | 0 | 14.9 |
| Homicide | 0 | 0|
| Total | 1,156.8 | 2,636.3 |
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Crime Rate Decrease
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Property Crime
Greater Esperance Crime Rate (Benchmark)
CrimeCalculated per 100,000 residents | Latest Rate | Greater Esperance |
|---|---|---|
| Theft | 321.3 | 1,964.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 257.1 | 201.6 |
| Burglary | 192.8 | 485.4 |
| Property Damage | 192.8 | 933.5 |
| Arson | 0 | 44.8 |
| Total | 964 | 3,629.5 |
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Key Statistics
Violent Crime Ranked:
2 / 5
Property Crime Ranked:
2 / 5