Blacktown crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
8,114 recorded in this period, compared with 9,592 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Blacktown
Blacktown is a major residential and commercial hub located approximately 34 kilometres west of the Sydney central business district in New South Wales. It serves as the administrative centre and primary locality of the City of Blacktown local government area and encompasses the postcode 2148. Spanning a diverse suburban landscape, the area is one of the most populous and culturally diverse communities in the Greater Western Sydney region, characterized by a multicultural population representing numerous countries of origin and a strong family-oriented demographic.
The locality functions as a prominent regional centre, anchored by the Blacktown CBD, which features extensive retail complexes, dining precincts, and commercial enterprises. Essential public infrastructure includes the Blacktown Hospital, major transport interchanges providing frequent rail and bus services along the Western Line, and various educational facilities. Public recreation is supported by numerous local parks, sports ovals, and the nearby Nurrangingy Reserve, alongside community spaces such as the Max Webber Library and the Bowman Hall arts venue.
Prior to European settlement, the area was traditional land for the Darug people. The locality derives its name from an institution established in the early 19th century—specifically around 1823 by Governor Thomas Brisbane—designated as an Aboriginal native institution intended for the children of Indigenous Australians. While the original institution was short-lived, the historical designation endured as a geographical descriptor, eventually evolving through 20th-century post-war suburban expansion into the bustling, modern urban centre seen today.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Transport regulatory offences | 2,088 | 3,661 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1,041 | 969 |
| Steal from retail store | 539 | 433 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 473 | 553 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 435 | 427 |
| Malicious damage to property | 374 | 401 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 347 | 364 |
| Fraud | 263 | 273 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 225 | 210 |
| Other theft | 188 | 170 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 176 | 211 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 159 | 177 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 154 | 164 |
| Trespass | 153 | 108 |
| Other offences | 143 | 156 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 139 | 166 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 122 | 92 |
| Sexual assault | 103 | 91 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 50,961 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.