Chippendale crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
781 recorded in this period, compared with 669 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Chippendale
Chippendale is an inner-city suburb of Sydney, New South Wales, located within the local government area of the City of Sydney (Postcode 2008) and situated immediately south of the Sydney central business district. Spanning a compact area, the suburb is bounded by major thoroughfares including Broadway to the north and Cleveland Street to the south. Demographically, Chippendale is characterised by a dense, youthful, and multicultural population, heavily influenced by its proximity to the University of Sydney and the University of Technology Sydney, which contributes to a high proportion of student residents and renters living in contemporary apartment complexes and converted terrace housing.
The local lifestyle and amenities are defined by a vibrant urban culture, driven by a concentration of cafes, small bars, art galleries, and creative spaces. A major milestone in the suburb's modern development was the completion of the Central Park urban renewal project, which integrated residential towers, commercial spaces, and public parks like Chippendale Green into the formerly industrial site of the Carlton & United Breweries. Public transport is a key asset, with the locality positioned directly adjacent to major transit hubs, most notably Central Station, facilitating high accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists.
Historically, Chippendale developed as a working-class residential and industrial area during the 19th century, named after colonial carpenter and cabinetmaker Edward<bos>9th-century Chippendale. The suburb’s architectural heritage features Victorian-era terrace houses, historic warehouses, and former manufacturing sites that reflect its industrial roots. Over the late 20th and early 21st centuries, urban gentrification transformed the area from a manufacturing precinct into a prominent hub for design, education, and contemporary inner-city living, while retaining remnants of its Victorian streetscapes.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other theft | 95 | 82 |
| Steal from retail store | 86 | 63 |
| Fraud | 82 | 77 |
| Steal from dwelling | 59 | 41 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 43 | 14 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 40 | 34 |
| Malicious damage to property | 30 | 39 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 29 | 16 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 28 | 25 |
| Liquor offences | 28 | 29 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 26 | 26 |
| Trespass | 22 | 11 |
| Breach bail conditions | 21 | 20 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 19 | 15 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 18 | 16 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 14 | 13 |
| Sexual assault | 14 | 12 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 13 | 15 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 7,803 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.