# Crime & Safety — Central Darling

Recorded crime in the area — the overall offence rate per 100,000 residents, the mix of offence types, and how it is changing. Sourced from state and territory police data; offence definitions differ by state, so comparisons across state lines are indicative only.

Area: Central Darling (Council (LGA))

A high rate of recorded offences marks daily life in Central Darling, where there are 31,362 crimes per 100,000 people. While this is among the highest levels for similar areas, the crime rate has fallen by 13.7% over the last five years, a drop that is much lower than most other areas.

The region records a very high number of offences, with assault and related crimes making up the largest share at 20.3%. Other common incidents include property damage at 9.8% and burglary at 8.1%.

Rates for assault, burglary, motor vehicle theft, property damage, and sexual offences are all among the highest at this level. Theft is also much higher than most areas, while drug offences are higher than in most similar places.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Recorded offences per 100,000 | 31,362 | — |
| Assault & related rate | 6,377 | — |
| Sexual offences rate | 696 | — |
| Burglary (unlawful entry) rate | 2,551 | — |
| Theft rate | 2,029 | — |
| Motor vehicle theft rate | 1,391 | — |
| Property damage rate | 3,072 | — |
| Drug offences rate | 754 | — |
| Crime rate change (5 yr) | -13.7% | — |

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/lga/LGA11700/central-darling/topic/crime-safety