Agnes Banks crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
31 recorded in this period, compared with 41 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Agnes Banks
Agnes Banks is a semi-rural locality situated on the western fringe of the greater Sydney metropolitan area in New South Wales, within the City of Penrith local government area and the 2753 postcode. Geographically, the suburb is bounded to the west by the Nepean River and is characterised by a flat landscape, significant native bushland, and low-density residential and agricultural properties. At the 2021 census, the area recorded a small, stable population that generally values a quiet, country-style lifestyle within commuting distance of major urban centres.
Local life in Agnes Banks is defined by its rural-residential character, featuring acreage properties, small-scale farming, and horse-keeping facilities. The locality is largely residential and lacks a major commercial hub, relying instead on nearby centres such as Richmond, Penrith, and Windsor for comprehensive retail, secondary education, and professional services. Recreational opportunities in the area are tied to its natural surroundings, proximity to the Nepean River, and open green spaces.
The locality derives its name from Agnes Jamison, the wife of Sir John Jamison, a prominent early landowner and political figure in the region. Historically, the area was utilized for agriculture and pastoral pursuits due to its fertile river flats. Today, Agnes Banks retains pockets of historical significance related to early European settlement along the Hawkesbury-Nepean river system, alongside protected natural areas such as the Agnes Banks Nature Reserve, which preserves rare endangered sand-shrub wallum plant communities.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter dwelling | 4 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 4 | 1 |
| Arson | 3 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 3 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 4 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 2 |
| Assault Police | 1 | 0 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 3 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 4 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 996 residents. This is not a current population estimate.
Sources and interpretation
These are police-recorded incident or victim counts, not every unreported incident or a prediction of personal safety. Percentage changes are not tests of statistical significance; small counts need particular care.