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Is Armadale safe? 🇦🇺
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Armadale 🇦🇺
Australia · Assessed 14 November 2026
81
/ 100
What drives this score
Crime72/100GoodCrime index 47.4 / 100
Sentiment63/100FairMixed
Advisories100Good
Stability86Good
Health85Good
01 · Official Guidance
Advisories
Good
No advisory against travel
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“Canada's official risk level for Australia: exercise normal security precautions.”
Updated 2026-11-02T06:56:00.6760986-05:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Crime
Good
Mugging & robbery risk
Moderate risk
62
City SignalCity Web Research
Pickpocketing & theft risk
Moderate risk
78
City SignalCity Web Research
Visitor safety sentiment
55 / 100 (Mixed)
55
City SignalCity Web Research
Urban scale factor
13k residents
94
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
0.9 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Switzerland0.6Australia0.9World avg5.2United States5.8Brazil19.3South Africa43.7
95
Robbery / mugging
ModerateWhile mugging and armed robbery are infrequent nationally and mainly occur in isolated areas late at night, Armadale has been cited as a crime hotspot with reports of property crime and some violent incidents.
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing and bag-snatching are risks in busy tourist areas across Australia, and while not specifically highlighted for Armadale, vigilance is advised in any public space.
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03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
04 · Institutions
Stability
Good
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Moderate
Traveller sentiment score
Mixed
63/100
Reported feel55Mixed
Robbery risk62Moderate risk
Pickpocket risk78Moderate risk
While national and capital city sentiment is positive, local reports and crime data for Armadale suggest a more cautious view among residents regarding safety, particularly concerning property crime and youth offending.
Armadale presents a moderate safety risk for travelers, requiring heightened awareness compared to safer Australian locales.
While Australia and its capital, Perth, are generally considered safe with minimal risk of violent crime for tourists, Armadale has been identified as a suburb with a higher incidence of crime. Travelers should be particularly vigilant against petty theft and property crime.
Recent developments
- Nov 2026Assault on a man at a residential premises on Lensham Place, resulting in non-life-threatening injuries.— Armadale District - WA Police Force - Facebook
- Dec 2024Children traumatized after thieves broke into a Melbourne home through a doggy door, with victims calling for parents of youth offenders to face charges.— Nine.com.au
- Dec 2017A grandmother moved out of Armadale, describing it as a 'violent' area.— The West Australian
- Dec 2017Armadale was identified as a suburban crime hotspot.— The West Australian
Common scams
- Pickpocketing and bag-snatching in busy areas
- Drive-by bag snatching by thieves on motorbikes (common in tourist areas across Australia)
Full briefing
Armadale presents a moderate safety risk for travelers, requiring heightened awareness compared to safer Australian locales. While national and capital city advisories recommend normal precautions, local data indicates Armadale has a higher incidence of crime, particularly property-related offenses.
Recent reports from November 2026 detail an assault on a residential premises in Armadale. Older reports from December 2017 also flagged Armadale as a crime hotspot and a 'violent' area, with residents expressing concerns. While violent crime is infrequent nationally, these local indicators suggest a need for increased vigilance within Armadale.
Travelers should be aware of common scams such as pickpocketing and bag-snatching, which can occur in busy areas across Australia. While specific scam hotspots in Armadale are not detailed, general caution in public spaces is advised. For emergencies, dial 000. For non-emergencies, the police assistance line is 131444.
To stay safe, exercise caution when walking alone after dark, especially in less populated areas. Always secure your belongings in crowded places and be aware of your surroundings. Travelers should also monitor local conditions, such as the active wildfire alert, and heed any specific advice from local authorities.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 5 Armadale districts for visitors: 3 safer, 2 needing caution. See them plotted on the Armadale safety map.
Armadale CentralcautionHigher reported crime rates, including vehicle theft and property crime; exercise vigilance, especially after dark.
HaynescautionSome reports indicate property crime; maintain awareness of surroundings.
ChidlowsaferGenerally lower crime rates, appears to be a more residential and stable area.
ForrestdalesaferResidential area with lower reported crime incidents.
Mount NasurasaferPrimarily residential with a lower crime profile.
07 · After Dark
Is Armadale safe at night?
While mugging and armed robbery are infrequent nationally and mainly occur in isolated areas late at night, Armadale has been cited as a crime hotspot with reports of property crime and some violent incidents.
After dark, be most careful around Armadale Central, Haynes. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Armadale safety FAQ (2026)
Is Armadale safe right now (2026)?
Armadale presents a moderate safety risk for travelers, requiring heightened awareness compared to safer Australian locales. While Australia and its capital, Perth, are generally considered safe with minimal risk of violent crime for tourists, Armadale has been identified as a suburb with a higher incidence of crime. Travelers should be particularly vigilant against petty theft and property crime. (Assessed 14 November 2026.)
Is Armadale safe for women, families and solo travelers?
Safety is not one number, and this Armadale report does not pretend it is: the score is re-weighted for who is travelling. A woman travelling alone, a family with children and a solo backpacker face different street-level risks, so the headline score shifts and the report leads with the findings that matter for that group. Personalize this report in one click to see the 2026 score and safety briefing for your specific travellers.
Which areas of Armadale should tourists avoid?
Armadale Central (caution advised due to higher crime reports). See the district-by-district safety map.
What are the most common scams in Armadale (2026)?
- Pickpocketing and bag-snatching in busy areas
- Drive-by bag snatching by thieves on motorbikes (common in tourist areas across Australia)
How does Armadale compare with other places in Australia (2026)?
Armadale ranks #9 of 9 Australia destinations we've assessed, scoring 81/100. See the Australia safety overview for the full list.
How is this armadale safety score calculated (2026)?
The score blends 12+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, FBI crime data for U.S. cities, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry the bulk of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries the rest. Full methodology.
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