Claremont Meadows crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
139 recorded in this period, compared with 169 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Claremont Meadows
Claremont Meadows is a suburban locality situated in the western region of Greater Sydney, within the City of Penrith local government area and bearing the postcode 2747. Geographically, the suburb is bounded by the M4 Western Motorway to the north and the Great Western Highway to the south, positioning it as a residential gateway to the foot of the Blue Mountains. Demographically, it is characterised as a growing residential community attracting a mix of families and professionals, featuring a blend of established housing and contemporary suburban developments.
Local life in Claremont Meadows is centered around community-oriented residential living, supported by local parks, neighbourhood shops, and educational facilities, including Claremont Meadows Public School. The surrounding road infrastructure provides residents with direct access to major commercial hubs such as Penrith and St Marys for broader retail, employment, and transport services, including regional rail links.
Historically, the area formed part of the traditional lands of the Darug people before European settlement and the establishment of large agricultural landholdings in the wider Nepean district. The modern suburb was progressively developed in the late 20th century, transitioning from semi-rural acreage and pastoral land into a planned residential area designed to accommodate Sydney's expanding western population.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 16 | 29 |
| Malicious damage to property | 15 | 23 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 12 | 12 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 12 | 24 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 12 | 6 |
| Sexual assault | 12 | 6 |
| Fraud | 7 | 9 |
| Other theft | 7 | 3 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 7 | 11 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 6 | 3 |
| Breach bail conditions | 5 | 9 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 4 | 4 |
| Other offences | 4 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 3 | 4 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 1 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 5,177 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.