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The Guardian reports that self-reported domestic violence incidents in New South Wales have declined, even as the number of women and children murdered or hospitalised in domestic and family violence has not significantly shifted over the past eight years. The Guardian notes that self-reported figures matter because they reflect underlying levels of violence in the community, not just what reaches police. That distinction suggests violence against women may be trending down, despite a widespread perception that it is rising, which the outlet attributes to increases in police-recorded incidents, heightened media attention and greater public awareness.

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