Bayview crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
72 recorded in this period, compared with 69 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bayview
Bayview is an affluent residential suburb located 32 kilometres north-east of the Sydney central business district, within the Northern Beaches local government area and postcode 2104. Situated on the western shores of Pittwater, the suburb is characterised by its steep topography rising from the waterfront towards the surrounding bushland. According to the 2021 Australian census, Bayview has a population of approximately 3,300 residents, with a demographic profile that includes a high proportion of families and retirees inhabiting predominantly detached residential properties.
Local life in Bayview is heavily oriented around maritime recreation and the natural environment. The suburb features extensive boating facilities, including the Rowland Reserve boat ramp and several yacht clubs along Pittwater, making it a prominent hub for sailing and water sports. Open spaces such as Bayview Park provide community recreation areas, while the local commercial amenities largely consist of neighbourhood cafes, marine service businesses, and proximity to the larger shopping centres of neighboring Mona Vale.
Historically, the area was traditionally inhabited by the Guringai people before European arrival. The locality derived its descriptive name from its elevated views across Pittwater. Throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Bayview transitioned from a rural and timber-getting area into a weekend retreat for Sydneysiders, before eventually developing into the permanent residential suburb it is today.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 12 | 7 |
| Other theft | 9 | 10 |
| Malicious damage to property | 8 | 4 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 7 | 7 |
| Trespass | 5 | 3 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 4 | 4 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 6 |
| Other offences | 3 | 6 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 3 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 5 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 6 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 4 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 0 |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,807 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.