Cheltenham crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
38 recorded in this period, compared with 65 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Cheltenham
Cheltenham is a small, affluent residential suburb located on the Upper North Shore of Sydney, New South Wales, situated 22 kilometres north-west of the Sydney central business district. It falls within the local government area of Hornsby Shire and shares the 2119 postcode with neighbouring Beecroft. Demographically, the suburb is characterised by a quiet, leafy environment dominated by detached housing, mature native bushland, and established gardens.
Local life in Cheltenham is centered around community amenity and education, supported by proximity to major commercial hubs like Epping and Beecroft. The suburb is primarily residential, featuring the Cheltenham railway station on the Northern Line, which provides direct public transport access to the Sydney CBD and major employment centres. While Cheltenham lacks a major commercial shopping strip of its own, residents rely on adjacent suburbs for retail services, and the area is well-regarded for its access to local parks, sporting facilities, and regional educational institutions.
Historically, the area was developed following the opening of the railway line in the late 19th century. Named after the spa town of Cheltenham in Gloucestershire, England, the suburb grew as a planned residential enclave designed to provide a picturesque retreat from the city. A notable concentration of heritage-listed Federation and Inter-War homes remains preserved throughout the suburb, reflecting its architectural history and suburban evolution within the Hornsby Shire.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Transport regulatory offences | 11 | 13 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 5 | 3 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 4 | 6 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 2 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 5 |
| Fraud | 2 | 6 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 13 |
| Other drug offences | 2 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 5 |
| Other offences against the person | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 3 |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 3 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,166 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.