Camellia crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 recorded in this period, compared with 15 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Camellia
Camellia is an industrial and emerging urban suburb located 22 kilometres west of the Sydney central business district, within the City of Parramatta local government area and the 2142 postcode. Situated on the southern banks of the Parramatta River, the suburb's geography is defined by its low-lying, waterfront terrain. Historically dominated by heavy industry, the demographic profile of Camellia has been characterized by a very low residential population, though it is the subject of significant state government planning aimed at transforming the area into a higher-density mixed-use residential and commercial hub.
Due to its industrial legacy, local life and amenities within Camellia are limited compared to surrounding residential suburbs, with few local retail or community facilities. The locality is served by the site of the former Camellia railway station, now incorporated into the Parramatta Light Rail infrastructure project. Residents and workers primarily rely on neighboring suburbs such as Parramatta and Rosehill for comprehensive retail, educational, and recreational services.
Historically, Camellia was originally part of the traditional lands of the Burramattagal people, a clan of the Darug nation. Following European settlement, the area evolved from early agricultural use into one of New South Wales' premier industrial precincts during the 19th and 20th centuries, hosting chemical plants, manufacturing works, and brickworks that capitalized on the Parramatta River's transport access. In recent decades, the suburb has undergone extensive environmental remediation as planning strategies shifted from heavy industry toward urban renewal and sustainable waterfront development.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 2 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 3 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
| Other offences | 1 | 6 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 1 | 0 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 1 | 1 |
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.