Banksia crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
170 recorded in this period, compared with 164 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Banksia
Banksia is a predominantly residential suburb located 12 kilometres south of the Sydney central business district in the state of New South Wales. Situated within the Bayside Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2216, the locality covers a compact geographic footprint characterised by low-density housing alongside some medium-density developments. According to demographic data, it is a culturally diverse community with a population reflective of waves of migration to Sydney's southern suburbs.
Local life in Banksia is supported by a modest commercial strip situated primarily around the railway station along Railway Street, offering a selection of local retail shops, eateries, and essential services. The suburb is serviced by the Banksia railway station on the Illawarra line, providing direct public transport connections to the Sydney CBD and surrounding areas. For broader recreational and commercial needs, residents frequently access amenities in neighboring suburbs such as Rockdale and Brighton-Le-Sands.
Historically, Banksia developed largely in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, spurred by the expansion of the Illawarra railway line which opened the area up from market gardens and bushland to residential subdivision. The suburb was named after the native *Banksia* plant, which was prominent in the local landscape. While much of its original built environment has evolved over time, the area retains a selection of older federation-style homes and historical streetscapes that reflect its origins as a working-class Sydney suburb.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 46 | 58 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 19 | 9 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 17 | 9 |
| Malicious damage to property | 11 | 7 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 10 | 4 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 9 | 11 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 8 | 4 |
| Breach bail conditions | 7 | 5 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 6 | 4 |
| Steal from retail store | 5 | 7 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 4 | 2 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 3 | 0 |
| Other theft | 3 | 5 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 3 | 3 |
| Steal from dwelling | 3 | 4 |
| Trespass | 3 | 3 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 2 | 3 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 2 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,277 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.