Burwood crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2,499 recorded in this period, compared with 2,074 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Burwood
Burwood is a vibrant commercial and residential suburb located approximately 10 kilometres west of the Sydney central business district in New South Wales, within the postcode 2134. It serves as the administrative center for the local government area of the Municipality of Burwood. The suburb is characterised by high-density residential apartments surrounding a major commercial core, alongside quieter residential pockets featuring Federation-style homes. Burwood features a highly multicultural demographic, with a significant proportion of residents tracing their ancestry to China and other East Asian nations.
The locality functions as a major retail and transport hub for Sydney's Inner West. Burwood Road and Westfield Burwood provide extensive shopping, dining, and professional services, while Burwood railway station offers major transport connectivity via the T9 Northern and T1 Western lines. The suburb is also well-served by several prominent educational institutions, local parks such as Burwood Park, and healthcare facilities, supporting its dense residential population.
Historically, the area was originally inhabited by the Wangal clan of the Eora Nation. European settlement began in the early 19th century following land grants issued to figures such as Alexander Riley, who named his property after Burwood in England. The opening of the railway in 1855 catalyzed the area's transition from rural estates to a thriving suburban settlement. Today, Burwood retains a rich architectural heritage, with numerous Victorian and Federation-era buildings sitting alongside contemporary high-rise developments.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach bail conditions | 536 | 349 |
| Steal from retail store | 379 | 252 |
| Fraud | 166 | 181 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 126 | 89 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 110 | 94 |
| Malicious damage to property | 97 | 99 |
| Other theft | 97 | 131 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 97 | 65 |
| Liquor offences | 89 | 10 |
| Steal from dwelling | 73 | 111 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 66 | 77 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 50 | 28 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 49 | 37 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 47 | 80 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 42 | 40 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 39 | 21 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 38 | 43 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 36 | 17 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 18,224 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.