Blaxland crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
246 recorded in this period, compared with 246 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Blaxland
Blaxland is a residential town located in the lower Blue Mountains region of New South Wales, within the City of Blue Mountains local government area and bearing the postcode 2774. Positioned approximately 70 kilometres west of the Sydney central business district, the locality serves as a major gateway to the Blue Mountains. Geographically, it sits on a ridge of the Great Dividing Range, offering a cooler climate and bushland surroundings. At the 2021 census, Blaxland recorded a population of approximately 7,500 residents, characterised predominantly by families and commuters.
The town features a commercial hub situated along the Great Western Highway, providing essential retail services, supermarkets, and local businesses. Blaxland railway station, located on the Blue Mountains Line, connects residents to Sydney and Lithgow, supporting regular commuting. Educational facilities include local primary schools, and the area is serviced by parks, sports grounds, and bushwalking trails.
The locality is named after Gregory Blaxland, one of the European explorers who led the 1813 expedition to cross the Blue Mountains. Historically, the area developed significantly with the expansion of the Main Western railway line in the late 19th century, transforming the ridge from a transport corridor into a permanent settlement. Today, Blaxland retains a suburban character while preserving its historical ties to the early exploration of inland New South Wales.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 35 | 41 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 26 | 28 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 18 | 27 |
| Fraud | 15 | 15 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 12 | 3 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 12 | 7 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 10 | 8 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 10 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 10 | 17 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 10 | 6 |
| Sexual assault | 10 | 11 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 9 | 11 |
| Breach bail conditions | 7 | 4 |
| Other theft | 7 | 5 |
| Trespass | 7 | 5 |
| Steal from dwelling | 6 | 10 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 5 | 9 |
| Steal from retail store | 5 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 7,434 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.