Austral crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
683 recorded in this period, compared with 529 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Austral
Austral is a suburb located in the south-western outskirts of Sydney, New South Wales, within the local government area of the City of Liverpool and the postcode 2179. Geographically, it forms part of the expansive Cumberland Plain. In recent years, Austral has undergone a significant demographic and spatial transformation, transitioning from a semi-rural, agricultural area into a rapidly growing residential zone as part of the NSW Government’s South West Growth Area.
Local life and amenities in Austral are centered on supporting its burgeoning population. While historically defined by acreage properties, market gardens, and light rural industry, the area is experiencing extensive master-planned residential development, bringing new housing, local parks, and commercial spaces. Educational and retail needs are primarily served by nearby established hubs like Liverpool, though local infrastructure continues to expand alongside the suburb's residential subdivisions to accommodate its growing community.
Historically, the land upon which Austral sits was originally inhabited by the Darug Nation. European settlement began in the 19th century, with the area initially utilized for farming and timber-getting. The suburb's name reflects its geographical position relative to Sydney, drawing from the Latin word for south. For much of the 20th century, Austral retained a quiet, semi-rural character populated by families engaged in market gardening and poultry farming, before being rezoned for urban development in the 2000s to address Sydney's housing demand.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 99 | 47 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 94 | 58 |
| Fraud | 89 | 60 |
| Malicious damage to property | 62 | 63 |
| Steal from dwelling | 46 | 28 |
| Breach bail conditions | 35 | 12 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 31 | 45 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 29 | 22 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 28 | 24 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 21 | 27 |
| Other theft | 20 | 20 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 17 | 18 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 14 | 16 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 10 | 7 |
| Trespass | 10 | 16 |
| Sexual assault | 9 | 16 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 7 | 3 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 6 | 5 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 6,847 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.