Brighton-Le-Sands crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
357 recorded in this period, compared with 422 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Brighton-Le-Sands
Brighton-Le-Sands is a coastal suburb situated 13 kilometres south of the Sydney central business district, within the Bayside Council local government area (postcode 2216). Geographically positioned on the western shores of Botany Bay, the locality features a prominent sandy beach and a continuous foreshore parkland reserve. According to the 2021 Australian census, Brighton-Le-Sands has a population of approximately 8,300 residents. The demographic profile is culturally diverse, characterised by a high proportion of residents born overseas and a mix of multi-unit residential apartments and detached Federation-era housing.
The commercial heart of the suburb is centred along The Grand Parade and nearby Bay Street, which function as a major lifestyle and dining precinct. The area is well-known for its wide selection of multicultural restaurants, cafes, and retail businesses that cater to both locals and visitors drawn to the waterfront. Public amenities include expansive picnic areas, shared pedestrian and cycle pathways along Lady Robinson Beach, and close proximity to Sydney Airport, which influences the suburb's transport connectivity.
Historically, the area was traditionally inhabited by the Bidjigal and Gweagal clans of the Dharawal nation. European settlement began in the 19th century, with the locality originally named after the English seaside resort of Brighton. Growth accelerated following the opening of a steam tramway in the late 1880s, which transformed the isolated coastal area into a popular recreational destination for Sydneysiders seeking seaside leisure. While much of the early 20th-century resort architecture has been replaced by modern medium- and high-density developments, Brighton-Le-Sands retains its historic identity as one of Sydney’s primary metropolitan beachside suburbs.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other offences | 54 | 31 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 45 | 54 |
| Malicious damage to property | 40 | 52 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 36 | 51 |
| Fraud | 23 | 23 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 21 | 41 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 17 | 23 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 15 | 12 |
| Breach bail conditions | 10 | 16 |
| Steal from dwelling | 10 | 14 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 10 | 26 |
| Other drug offences | 8 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 7 | 8 |
| Other theft | 6 | 11 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 6 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 6 | 8 |
| Trespass | 6 | 5 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 5 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 8,336 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.