Clemton Park crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
52 recorded in this period, compared with 42 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Clemton Park
Clemton Park is a residential suburb located 12 kilometres south-west of the Sydney central business district, within the City of Canterbury-Bankstown local government area and postcode 2206. Geographically, it is a compact locality bounded by major thoroughfares including Bexley Road and William Street. The suburb features a multicultural demographic profile, characterized by a mix of established families and younger residents residing in a combination of traditional detached housing and contemporary medium-density apartment developments.
Local life in Clemton Park centres on its commercial and community infrastructure. The suburb features Clemton Park Shopping Village, a mixed-use retail hub anchored by a major supermarket and specialty stores that cater to daily convenience needs. Educational and recreational facilities within and directly adjacent to the suburb include Clemton Park Public School, local parks, and playing fields, which provide open green space for residents. Public transport connections are maintained via regional bus services linking the suburb to nearby major railway hubs.
Historically, the land was traditionally occupied by the Bediagal people before European settlement. The suburb derives its name from a combination of the surname of surveyor Hamilton Hume's descendants and the descriptive term "park," reflecting its early semi-rural character. Urbanization accelerated primarily in the mid-20th century, transforming the area into a predominantly residential community while retaining a distinct suburban identity within Sydney's inner south-west.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 10 | 4 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 9 | 1 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 6 | 4 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 5 | 3 |
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 3 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 7 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 0 |
| Fraud | 2 | 3 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 3 |
| Steal from retail store | 2 | 2 |
| Trespass | 2 | 0 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 4 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,676 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.