Bexley crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
536 recorded in this period, compared with 566 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bexley
Bexley is a predominantly residential suburb located 14 kilometres south-west of the Sydney central business district, within the Bayside Council local government area and the 2207 postcode. Spanning a rolling topography, the suburb features a mix of traditional Federation-era homes, inter-war Californian bungalows, and contemporary medium-density apartments. Demographically, Bexley is culturally diverse, with a population representing a broad mix of overseas-born residents alongside long-standing Australian-born families.
Local life in Bexley is centered around commercial strips along Forest Road and King Georges Road, which provide everyday retail services, grocery stores, cafes, and dining options. The suburb is well-serviced by public amenities, including local parks, Bexley Golf Club, and public swimming facilities. Educational needs are met by a selection of public and private primary and secondary schools, while surrounding arterial roads and nearby railway stations—such as Rockdale and Bexley North—facilitate commuter access to greater Sydney.
The area's history dates back to the early 19th century, with the land originally granted to colonial figures including Davis Kennedy in 1822. The suburb derives its name from Bexley in Kent, England, the birthplace of early settler Joseph Cooper, who established a prominent estate there. Significant urban development occurred following the subdivision of large pastoral estates in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, transforming the landscape from rural acreage into a thriving residential suburb.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 70 | 52 |
| Fraud | 68 | 89 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 67 | 65 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 46 | 46 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 40 | 39 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 28 | 32 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 27 | 29 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 20 | 11 |
| Breach bail conditions | 17 | 20 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 14 | 8 |
| Trespass | 13 | 9 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 12 | 16 |
| Steal from dwelling | 12 | 17 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 10 | 15 |
| Other drug offences | 9 | 11 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 8 | 9 |
| Other offences | 7 | 4 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 6 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 19,646 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.