The True Scale of Domestic and Family Violence
Domestic and family violence affects every community across Australia - but not equally. These statistics show the far-reaching impact across different groups and regions.
AUSTRALIA Nationwide
NSW Metropolitan
NSW Regional
Key Trend
Regional NSW has seen a 19% increase in domestic assaults over the past 5 years, compared with 13% statewide.
The Bigger Picture
Domestic violence is significantly under-reported: up to 82% of women and 97% of men in NSW do not report DFV incidents.
Every figure represents a real person
A family, a community. Understanding the scale of domestic and family violence helps us drive stronger action and support. Together, we can change the statistics.