Cattai crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
31 recorded in this period, compared with 29 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Cattai
Cattai is a semi-rural suburb and locality situated on the north-western fringes of Greater Sydney in New South Wales, primarily within The Hills Shire local government area (postcode 2756), with portions extending into the City of Hawkesbury. Located approximately 45 kilometres north-west of the Sydney central business district, the area shares its northern boundary with the Hawkesbury River and encompasses the confluence of Cattai Creek. Demographically, Cattai is characterised by a low-density population spread across large rural residential properties, acreage, and historic farming estates.
Local life in Cattai is defined by its rural-residential character, agricultural pursuits, and natural landscape. Amenities within the immediate locality are sparse, consisting primarily of local parks, private properties, and the historic Cattai Public School. Residents generally rely on neighbouring commercial hubs such as Windsor, Rouse Hill, and Dural for major retail, educational, and healthcare services. Outdoor recreation is centered around Cattai National Park (incorporating Mitchell Park), which offers bushwalking, picnicking, and access to the Hawkesbury River for boating and fishing.
The area possesses significant European and Indigenous heritage, having originally been home to the Darug people. European settlement dates back to the late 18th century following British colonisation. A prominent historical landmark is 'Cattai', a historic estate granted to former First Fleet convict and prominent early settler and explorer Andrew Thompson in 1799. The estate features heritage-listed buildings that reflect early Australian colonial architecture and agriculture, contributing to the region's rich historical profile.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other offences | 6 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 5 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 5 | 2 |
| Other theft | 5 | 3 |
| Arson | 2 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 1 |
| Fraud | 2 | 3 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 5 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,077 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.