Cammeray crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
129 recorded in this period, compared with 139 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Cammeray
Cammeray is an established residential suburb located 6 kilometres north of the Sydney central business district, within the local government area of North Sydney (Postcode 2062). Situated on a peninsula bounded by Primrose Park and Long Bay to the east and Tunks Park and Long Bay to the west, the suburb features steep topography sloping down toward these waterways. Demographically, Cammeray is characterised by a mix of historic Federation homes, mid-century brick apartments, and modern townhouses, accommodating a population that predominantly consists of professional families and established households.
Local life in Cammeray is centred around the commercial strip along Miller Street, which provides a range of retail outlets, cafes, and dining options. The suburb is well-serviced by open green spaces and recreational facilities, including Tunks Park, which offers sports fields, boat ramps, and bushwalking tracks, as well as Primrose Park and St Leonards Park nearby. Educational and community needs are supported by local schools and proximity to major transport corridors, offering direct bus links to the Sydney CBD and neighboring commercial hubs such as North Sydney and Chatswood.
The area derives its name from the Cammeraygal people, an Aboriginal clan of the Guringai language group who originally inhabited the northern shores of Port Jackson. European settlement began in the 19th century, with the area initially used for farming, timber-cutting, and later brickmaking. Residential subdivision accelerated following the opening of the Sydney Harbour Bridge in 1932, transforming Cammeray into a desirable commuter suburb while retaining several historic buildings and remnants of its maritime and industrial past.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 21 | 29 |
| Malicious damage to property | 11 | 13 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 10 | 7 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 10 | 2 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 9 | 10 |
| Steal from dwelling | 9 | 4 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 6 | 5 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 6 | 7 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 4 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 4 | 0 |
| Other offences | 4 | 5 |
| Other theft | 4 | 5 |
| Steal from retail store | 4 | 24 |
| Trespass | 4 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 3 | 0 |
| Liquor offences | 3 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 3 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 7,088 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.