Crime & Safety Overview
Safety: People
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Safety: Property
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Overall Safety
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West Rockhampton is generally considered an average suburb compared to other suburbs in Rockhampton. Crime rates are below the Greater Rockhampton 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 84.63%, and Property crime rates have decreased by 11.76%.
As with any area, it is recommended to stay aware of your surroundings and take the usual safety precautions.
Violent Crime
Greater Rockhampton Crime Rate (Benchmark)
CrimeCalculated per 100,000 residents | Latest Rate | Greater Rockhampton |
|---|---|---|
| Antisocial Behaviour | 266 | 274.6 |
| Assault | 797.9 | 1,342.1 |
| Robbery | 212.8 | 100 |
| Homicide | 0 | 2.3 |
| Total | 1,276.7 | 1,719 |
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Property Crime
Greater Rockhampton Crime Rate (Benchmark)
CrimeCalculated per 100,000 residents | Latest Rate | Greater Rockhampton |
|---|---|---|
| Trespassing | 1,276.6 | 1,519.1 |
| Theft | 3,297.9 | 6,546.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1,010.6 | 434.3 |
| Property Damage | 797.9 | 1,214.6 |
| Arson | 0 | 58.6 |
| Total | 6,383 | 9,772.8 |
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Key Statistics
Violent Crime Ranked:
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Property Crime Ranked:
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