Burraneer crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
53 recorded in this period, compared with 64 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Burraneer
Burraneer is an established residential suburb located in southern Sydney, within the Sutherland Shire local government area (postcode 2230). Situated on a peninsula bounded by Gunnamatta Bay to the west and Burraneer Bay to the east, the locality is characterized by a high concentration of waterfront properties and steep topography leading down to the Port Hacking waterway. Demographically, Burraneer is predominantly residential, housing a population that reflects the broader affluent coastal demographics of the Sutherland Shire, featuring a mix of established families and older homeowners.
The suburb functions primarily as a quiet residential enclave with limited commercial activity, relying on the neighboring commercial hub of Cronulla for major retail, dining, and public transport services, including train connections to the Sydney CBD. Local amenities within Burraneer include local parks, private educational facilities such as Vonnie's Preschool andeda Burraneer Bay Public School nearby, and local sporting clubs. The suburb's extensive waterfront access supports a strong local culture centered around boating, sailing, and maritime recreation.
Historically, the Burraneer peninsula was traditionally inhabited by the Gweagal clan of the Dharawal speaking people before European settlement. The area's modern development began in the 19th and early 20th centuries, transitioning from rural landholdings and orchards into a sought-after suburban residential area. The suburb retains a degree of historical architectural character alongside contemporary luxury developments, reflecting its evolution from a quiet bushland peninsula into one of the Sutherland Shire's premier residential localities.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 11 | 12 |
| Malicious damage to property | 6 | 5 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 6 | 3 |
| Steal from dwelling | 5 | 4 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 5 | 5 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 4 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 12 |
| Arson | 2 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 0 |
| Trespass | 2 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 3 |
| Other offences | 1 | 5 |
| Other theft | 1 | 3 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 3 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,719 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.