Ashcroft crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
387 recorded in this period, compared with 380 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Ashcroft
Ashcroft is a suburban locality in the southwestern region of Sydney, New South Wales, situated 36 kilometres from the Sydney central business district within the Local Government Area of Liverpool (Postcode: 2168). Geographically bounded primarily by residential and urban infrastructure typical of the outer western suburbs, Ashcroft operates under the Cumberland Plain climate zone. According to demographic data, the suburb is characterised by a culturally diverse population and a mix of public and private housing, reflecting broader socio-economic patterns across the greater Liverpool area.
Local life and amenities in Ashcroft are primarily residential, supported by nearby commercial and retail hubs such as the Liverpool town centre. The suburb features local parks, community facilities, and educational infrastructure, including primary schools that serve local families. Public transport connectivity is provided by regional bus services linking residents to major railway hubs on the T2 Leppington & Inner West Line and T5 Cumberland Line, facilitating access to employment and services across metropolitan Sydney.
Historically, Ashcroft was developed in the mid-20th century as part of the New South Wales Housing Commission's post-World War II suburban expansion to accommodate Sydney's growing population. The suburb was named in honour of Douglas Ashcroft, a surveyor and early settler in the Liverpool district. Over the decades, the area has undergone various phases of urban renewal and demographic shifts, evolving from its origins as a planned public housing estate into a multi-cultural residential community.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 49 | 38 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 48 | 48 |
| Malicious damage to property | 45 | 36 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 32 | 37 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 30 | 18 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 19 | 22 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 16 | 11 |
| Breach bail conditions | 11 | 13 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 11 | 4 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 11 | 15 |
| Sexual assault | 11 | 9 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 10 | 16 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 10 | 10 |
| Other drug offences | 9 | 8 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 9 | 18 |
| Steal from dwelling | 9 | 11 |
| Fraud | 7 | 8 |
| Possession and/or use of narcotics | 5 | 4 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,634 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.