Blair Athol crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
65 recorded in this period, compared with 89 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Blair Athol
Blair Athol is a residential suburb located in the Macarthur region of southwestern Sydney, within the City of Campbelltown local government area and the 2560 postcode. Situated approximately 50 kilometres from the Sydney central business district, the locality is primarily characterized by low-density residential housing. Demographically, it shares characteristics with the broader Campbelltown area, featuring a mix of families and established residents supported by Sydney's southern suburban commuter network.
Local life in Blair Athol is centered on residential living, with residents relying on neighboring suburbs such as Campbelltown for major commercial, retail, educational, and healthcare services. The suburb features local parks and reserves that provide passive recreation space. Transportation connectivity is facilitated by nearby arterial roads, including the Hume Highway, and access to the Southern Highlands railway line via Campbelltown station.
The suburb derives its name from the historic Blair Athol estate, which harks back to the area's agricultural origins before suburban development took place in the latter half of the 20th century. While much of the modern landscape consists of contemporary housing, the locality retains historical ties to the early colonial settlement and pastoral history of the Campbelltown region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 12 | 4 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 9 | 11 |
| Malicious damage to property | 9 | 15 |
| Fraud | 6 | 6 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 5 | 5 |
| Breach bail conditions | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual assault | 4 | 3 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 3 | 2 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 3 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 3 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 7 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
| Offensive conduct | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from retail store | 1 | 8 |
| Trespass | 1 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,725 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.