Chifley crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
159 recorded in this period, compared with 179 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Chifley
Chifley is a residential suburb in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney, New South Wales, located 13 kilometres south-east of the Sydney central business district. Positioned within the local government area of the City of Randwick, it shares the 2036 postcode with neighboring Matraville and Maroubra. Geographically, the suburb is situated on a relatively flat coastal peninsula, bordered to the east by Malabar and the south by Little Bay. According to 2021 Australian census data, Chifley is a culturally diverse and densely populated urban locality characterized by a mix of traditional detached houses and modern medium-density dwellings.
Local life in Chifley is centered around residential amenity, green spaces, and community infrastructure. The suburb features several local parks, including substantial recreation areas such as Chifley Reserve, which provide sports facilities and open space for residents. Educational needs are met by local public and private schools, while retail and commercial services are readily accessible via neighboring shopping precincts, including Westfield Eastgardens and the commercial strips of Maroubra. Public transport links connect the suburb to the Sydney CBD and surrounding eastern beaches via regional bus networks.
The suburb was named in honor of Ben Chifley, the 16th Prime Minister of Australia. Historically, the area formed part of the wider Randwick-Matraville crown land holdings and saw significant residential development in the post-World War II era, reflecting Sydney's suburban expansion to accommodate a growing population. While few heritage-listed architectural landmarks remain within Chifley itself, the suburb retains a post-war suburban streetscape that evolved alongside the development of Sydney's southeastern corridor.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 20 | 18 |
| Malicious damage to property | 16 | 18 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 15 | 11 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 14 | 17 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 11 | 7 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 10 | 12 |
| Fraud | 9 | 12 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 8 | 11 |
| Breach bail conditions | 7 | 8 |
| Steal from dwelling | 6 | 10 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 5 | 7 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 5 | 2 |
| Other offences | 4 | 8 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 4 | 8 |
| Sexual assault | 4 | 5 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 3 | 3 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 3 | 1 |
| Criminal intent | 2 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,490 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.