Alexandria crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
846 recorded in this period, compared with 1,012 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Alexandria
Alexandria is an inner-city suburb located 4 kilometres south of the Sydney central business district, within the primary Local Government Area of the City of Sydney (Postcode 2015). Geographically bounded by major thoroughfares including Botany Road and McEvoy Street, the suburb encompasses an area of approximately 2 square kilometres. Demographically, Alexandria has transitioned from a traditional working-class area into a densely populated residential and commercial hub, characterized by a high proportion of young professionals living in modern medium-density apartments, converted warehouses, and restored Victorian terrace housing.
Local life and amenities in Alexandria are centered around a blend of industrial heritage and contemporary urban living. The suburb features several green spaces, most notably Alexandria Park, which provides sporting facilities and recreational areas for residents. Commercial activity is heavily concentrated along its main streets, featuring a mix of light industrial businesses, corporate offices, trendy cafes, restaurants, and retail precincts such as The Grounds of Alexandria. Public transport is serviced by nearby railway stations—including Green Square and Mascot—along with a frequent network of buses connecting the suburb to the Sydney CBD and surrounding areas.
Historically, Alexandria was established as a municipality in 1868 and was named in honor of Princess Alexandra of Denmark. Throughout the late 19th and much of the 20th centuries, it developed primarily as a major industrial manufacturing zone, housing wool stores, factories, and brickworks that relied on the area's flat terrain and proximity to transport routes. In the late 20th century, deindustrialization led to the large-scale rezoning of these former manufacturing sites. Today, many of these industrial landmarks have been adaptively reused, preserving the suburb's Victorian and Edwardian architectural heritage while integrating modern residential and commercial developments.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from retail store | 96 | 195 |
| Other theft | 92 | 82 |
| Fraud | 71 | 121 |
| Steal from dwelling | 64 | 57 |
| Malicious damage to property | 60 | 44 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 52 | 61 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 45 | 39 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 44 | 43 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 37 | 26 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 36 | 61 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 29 | 21 |
| Trespass | 21 | 31 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 17 | 15 |
| Breach bail conditions | 17 | 15 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 17 | 19 |
| Other drug offences | 16 | 12 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 14 | 3 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 14 | 7 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 9,649 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.