Is James Cook University safe? Safety score, rankings & crime data 2026
James Cook University: safety score 100/100 (grade A), ranked #1 of 9 in Australia — data through 2026-08.
100/100
Grade: A · #1 of 9 in Australia
Recorded crimes near campus — last 12 months
Monthly counts of officially recorded crimes within 3 km of James Cook University, split by normalised severity. UK data is published monthly by data.police.uk; US, Canadian and Australian cities publish on their own cycles, so recent months may not be final.
| Month | Violent | Property | Minor | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09 | 2 | 4 | 10 | 16 |
| 2025-10 | 1 | 12 | 6 | 19 |
| 2025-11 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 10 |
| 2025-12 | 3 | 12 | 2 | 17 |
| 2026-01 | 1 | 9 | 2 | 12 |
| 2026-02 | 0 | 13 | 6 | 19 |
| 2026-03 | 0 | 15 | 3 | 18 |
| 2026-04 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 19 |
| 2026-05 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 7 |
| 2026-06 | 1 | 11 | 2 | 14 |
| 2026-07 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| 2026-08 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 8 |
Latest release: 2026-08 — 8 records in total — violent 0, property 4, minor 4 (+3 vs 2026-07).
Most common types: Traffic offences (3) · Other theft (2) · Vehicle crime (2) · Public order offences (1)
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FAQs about safety at James Cook University
What is James Cook University's safety score?
James Cook University: 100/100 (grade A), #1 of 9 in Australia, computed from 12 months of official records within 3 km of campus and recomputed weekly (data through 2026-08).
How many crimes are recorded near James Cook University?
In the 12 months to 2026-08, 164 crimes were officially recorded within 3 km of James Cook University; the latest release month (2026-08) alone had 8 records (0 violent, 4 property, 4 minor).
Is it safe to walk around James Cook University at night?
We can only speak from recorded data, not predict any specific street or hour. Check the monthly table above and the street-level map in the free StudySafeLink app along your actual route, and follow common precautions (well-lit main roads, share your trip with family).
How can my family keep track of my safety?
With the free StudySafeLink app you can check in with one tap after class or at night; your bound parent gets an instant notification plus a daily reassurance summary, and Trip Guardian can share your journey status (with your consent) when you head home late.
Data: QPS (Townsville). Monthly counts cover the 12 months to 2026-08; official releases may be revised by publishers. This page is for general reference only and is not safety advice. In an emergency always call 000 (emergency) or 131 444 (police assistance, non-emergency) in Australia.