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Assault & related rate

Recorded assault & related per 100,000 residents per year (latest complete year, from the state/territory police service). Offence definitions differ by state, so cross-state comparisons are indicative only.

About this measure

Source: Recorded crime statistics (State & territory police services and crime statistics agencies), 2025, CC BY 4.0 (WA: CC BY-NC 4.0). Explore the map below for local values.

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See how assault/100k varies across Australia.

By postcode By council (lga) By suburb / locality

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Frequently asked questions

How is Assault & related rate measured?

Recorded assault & related per 100,000 residents per year (latest complete year, from the state/territory police service). Offence definitions differ by state, so cross-state comparisons are indicative only. It is calculated as a percentage of the relevant population or dwellings, so it can be compared fairly between large and small areas.

Where can I see Assault & related rate for my area?

Use the interactive map to compare Assault & related rate down to postcode and council (lga) level, or search any suburb, postcode or council area to see its value in context against state and national figures.

Cite this page

State & territory police services and crime statistics agencies. (2025). Assault & related rate [Recorded crime statistics]. CensusAtlas, used under CC BY 4.0 (WA: CC BY-NC 4.0). https://censusatlas.au/indicator/crime-assault-rate