Indicator
Sexual offences rate
Recorded sexual offences 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 sexual/100k varies across Australia.
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Frequently asked questions
How is Sexual offences rate measured?
Recorded sexual offences 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 Sexual offences rate for my area?
Use the interactive map to compare Sexual offences rate down to council (lga) and suburb / locality 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). Sexual offences rate [Recorded crime statistics]. CensusAtlas, used under CC BY 4.0 (WA: CC BY-NC 4.0). https://censusatlas.au/indicator/crime-sexual-rate