Badgerys Creek crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
15 recorded in this period, compared with 23 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Badgerys Creek
Badgerys Creek is a locality situated in the outer western suburbs of Sydney, New South Wales, within the City of Liverpool local government area (postcode 2555). Geographically, the area forms part of the Cumberland Plain and is historically characterized by rolling topography, rural properties, and agricultural land uses. Demographically, the population has historically been very small and dispersed, reflecting its rural-residential nature. However, the region's geography and demographic profile are undergoing a fundamental transformation due to major infrastructure development.
Local life and amenities in Badgerys Creek have traditionally centered on rural living, small-scale farming, and local equestrian activities, with commercial and retail services accessed in nearby established centers like Liverpool, Penrith, and Narellan. The locality's landscape and daily life are currently being reshaped by the construction of the Nancy-Bird Walton (Western Sydney) Airport, alongside associated major road and rail infrastructure projects. These developments are transitioning the area from a quiet rural enclave into a significant transport, logistics, and employment hub for Western Sydney.
The locality derives its name from James Badgery, an early settler who acquired land in the area during the early 19th century. Historically, the region was defined by farming estates, colonial-era homesteads, and rural communities that supported Sydney's growing population. Over the latter half of the 20th century, the Australian government identified the site as a potential location for a second major Sydney airport, a designation that led to long-term planning controls, land acquisitions, and the eventual transition of Badgerys Creek from its pastoral heritage into a modern metropolitan economic center.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 2 | 4 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 2 |
| Other theft | 2 | 5 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 2 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 3 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 168 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.