Bonnyrigg crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
485 recorded in this period, compared with 444 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bonnyrigg
Bonnyrigg is a residential suburb located in the south-western region of Sydney, New South Wales, within the local government area of the City of Fairfield and the postcode 2177. Geographically situated about 34 kilometres from the Sydney central business district, the area is primarily characterized by medium-density residential housing, public housing estates, and commercial pockets. Bonnyrigg features a diverse demographic profile with a rich linguistic landscape reflecting post-war and contemporary migration to Australia.
Local life in Bonnyrigg is centered around neighborhood shopping facilities, most notably the Bonnyrigg Plaza, which provides essential retail, supermarket, and dining services to the community. The suburb is supported by local public and Catholic schools, community health services, and several parks and recreational spaces, including Bonnyrigg Park and the nearby sporting fields along Cabramatta Creek. Public transport connections rely primarily on regional bus networks linking residents to neighboring major hubs such as Fairfield, Cabramatta, and Liverpool.
Historically, the land upon which Bonnyrigg sits was originally inhabited by the Darug people. European settlement began in the early 19th century, with the area initially utilized for agriculture and rural landholdings. The suburb derives its name from Bonnyrigg in Midlothian, Scotland. Throughout the mid-to-late 20th century, the landscape shifted dramatically from rural properties to a planned suburban area, heavily shaped by New South Wales government housing developments and urban expansion in Sydney's south-west.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from retail store | 70 | 44 |
| Fraud | 49 | 40 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 43 | 32 |
| Malicious damage to property | 43 | 32 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 34 | 23 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 30 | 22 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 29 | 19 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 25 | 37 |
| Other theft | 22 | 22 |
| Breach bail conditions | 20 | 21 |
| Sexual assault | 19 | 7 |
| Trespass | 13 | 17 |
| Steal from dwelling | 11 | 9 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 8 | 9 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 8 | 6 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 7 | 10 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 6 | 13 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 4 | 13 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 9,785 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.