Bexley North crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
167 recorded in this period, compared with 156 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bexley North
Bexley North is a residential suburb located 12 kilometres south-west of the Sydney central business district, within the Bayside Council local government area and the 2207 postcode. Geographically bounded to the north by Bardwell Creek, the suburb is primarily characterised by low-density residential housing interspersed with local parks and green spaces. Demographically, it is a well-established multicultural community reflecting the broader demographic trends of the St George area, with a mix of families and older residents.
Local life in Bexley North centres around its commercial strip located near the railway station along Bexley Road and Shaw Street, which provides essential retail services, cafes, and local businesses. The suburb is serviced by the Bexley North railway station on the T8 Airport and South Line of the Sydney Trains network, alongside several bus routes. Educational needs are met by local public and private schools, and the area features community amenities such as Bland Oval and various neighborhood parks that support recreational activities.
Historically, the area formed part of the traditional lands of the Bidjigal and Gweagal clans of the Dharawal nation. European settlement began in the 19th century, with the area initially utilized for farming and market gardens before undergoing suburban subdivision following the extension of the Illawarra railway line and later the East Hills railway line. The opening of the Bexley North railway station in 1931 catalyzed the area's transition into a residential suburb, leaving a heritage footprint characterized by inter-war housing styles and mid-20th-century development.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Transport regulatory offences | 51 | 31 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 14 | 16 |
| Breach bail conditions | 9 | 7 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 9 | 18 |
| Malicious damage to property | 9 | 11 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 8 | 5 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 7 | 6 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 7 | 8 |
| Fraud | 5 | 10 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 5 | 2 |
| Steal from dwelling | 5 | 4 |
| Steal from retail store | 5 | 3 |
| Trespass | 5 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 4 | 5 |
| Other offences | 3 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 3 | 3 |
| Other offences against the person | 2 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of narcotics | 2 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 4,281 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.