Media release – City of Hobart, 9 October 2023
Report shows Hobart is one of Australia’s safest cities
Hobart has been ranked the third safest city in Australia in a recent report.
Using information measuring crime and safety, international data company Numbeo.com has Hobart only behind Canberra and Adelaide respectively.
Using this data, property investment expert Michael Yardney describes Hobart as:
“The arty and fashionable city of Hobart, the capital of Australia’s island state of Tasmania, comes in as the third safest place to live in Australia.
“Hobart is a relatively small capital city with a population of around 265,000 and is a very safe city by both Australian and world standards, again with a low crime rate and a high safety index, particularly when it comes to the risk of being attacked, robbed, or assaulted.”
Hobart Lord Mayor Anna Reynolds said this was reassuring information for residents and visitors to the Tasmanian capital.
“This report is a great reminder of what a safe place Hobart is compared to many other Australian and international cities,” Cr Reynolds said.
“While there can be challenging issues at times, the data provides some reassurance and perspective.
“This is not to say more can’t be done to make everyone feel safe and comfortable in our city, so we’ll continue to put time, effort and resources into ensuring Hobart having a safe and welcoming culture.”
The City of Hobart continues to work with Tasmania Police, Crimestoppers and Hobart traders and retailers to get the best outcome.
Recent initiatives include the setup of the Wellington Court refresh project, increased city cleansing by City of Hobart staff, engaging youth outreach providers and programs, increased private security in the bus mall and Elizabeth Street Mall and ongoing retail precinct activations leading up to Christmas.
Hobart City Economy Portfolio Chair Louise Bloomfield said these initiatives were having positive impacts.
“All these projects are aimed at not only deterring anti-social behaviour but attracting shoppers and visitors to our retail districts,” Ald Bloomfield said.
“Public safety remains everyone’s responsibility and the City of Hobart will be doing all it can so to make sure we have a busy, bustling, safe Hobart leading up to Christmas and beyond.”
