Bow Bowing crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
31 recorded in this period, compared with 44 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bow Bowing
Bow Bowing is a residential suburb located in the Macarthur region of southwestern Sydney, within the City of Campbelltown local government area and the 2566 postcode. Situated approximately 50 kilometres from the Sydney central business district, the locality is characterised by a mix of established residential housing and pockets of bushland. Demographically, it shares the broader characteristics of the Campbelltown region, comprising a diverse population with a high proportion of families and working-class households.
Local life and amenities in Bow Bowing are closely integrated with the surrounding suburbs of Minto and Campbelltown, which provide the primary commercial, educational, and healthcare services for the area. The locality is serviced by the Main Southern railway line via nearby stations, offering commuter access to Sydney and Wollongong, and is accessible via major regional roadways such as the Hume Highway. Local infrastructure primarily supports residential living, complemented by neighbourhood parks, local sporting fields, and proximity to regional shopping centres.
Historically, the area formed part of the traditional lands of the Dharawal people before European settlement in the early 19th century. The locality derives its distinctive name from Bow Bowing Creek, a local watercourse that snakes through the region and drains into the Georges River catchment. Originally defined by agricultural land grants and rural holdings, the area underwent significant urban transformation in the latter half of the 20th century as Sydney's suburban footprint expanded southward.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 7 | 2 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 6 | 5 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 5 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 3 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 4 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 2 |
| Fraud | 1 | 3 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,606 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.