Ashbury crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
73 recorded in this period, compared with 59 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Ashbury
Ashbury is a residential suburb located in Sydney’s inner-west, situated approximately 10 kilometres southwest of the Sydney central business district. Falling primarily within the Canterbury-Bankstown Council local government area—with a small portion extending into the Municipality of Burwood—it encompasses the 2193 postcode and covers a compact area of less than one square kilometre. The suburb is primarily residential, characterized by leafy, tree-lined streets and a population that reflects a diverse multicultural demographic profile typical of the inner-southwest Sydney region.
Local life in Ashbury is centered around quiet suburban living, supported by local parks, sporting facilities, and immediate proximity to neighbouring commercial hubs. The suburb features several green spaces, including Peace Park and Wattle Park, which provide recreational amenities for residents. While Ashbury itself contains limited retail activity, it is bordered by commercial and shopping precincts in neighbouring suburbs such as Canterbury, Ashfield, and Croydon Park, granting residents ready access to broader retail, dining, and public transport networks.
Historically, Ashbury derives its name from a combination of the adjacent suburbs of Ashfield and Canterbury. The area underwent significant residential development during the interwar period, resulting in a high concentration of Federation and Californian bungalow-style architecture. In recognition of its well-preserved historical streetscapes and architectural uniformity, substantial portions of Ashbury have been designated as heritage conservation areas, protecting its distinct early-20th-century character from modern overdevelopment.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 10 | 6 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 9 | 7 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 8 | 5 |
| Fraud | 7 | 6 |
| Other offences | 6 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 5 | 5 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 4 | 2 |
| Steal from dwelling | 4 | 5 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 4 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 3 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 3 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 1 | 1 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 2 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,353 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.