Clontarf crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
43 recorded in this period, compared with 55 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Clontarf
Clontarf is a harbourside residential suburb located in the Northern Beaches region of New South Wales, positioned 11 kilometres north-east of the Sydney central business district within the postcode 2093. Geographically, the locality occupies a tranquil setting on the southern slopes of the Northern Beaches peninsula, bounded by Middle Harbour to the south and west. It is an affluent residential area featuring low-density housing, with a population predominantly comprised of families and established professionals drawn to its scenic, waterfront environment.
Local life in Clontarf is centred around outdoor recreation and community amenity. The suburb's primary focal point is Clontarf Reserve, a popular public recreation area situated along Middle Harbour that features a sheltered beach, tidal swimming pool, picnic facilities, and a children's playground. The reserve also serves as a key access point for the Spit to Manly coastal trail. While commercial amenities within the suburb are minimal, residents rely on the neighbouring commercial centres of The Spit, Mosman, and Balgowlah for broader retail, dining, and professional services.
Historically, the area was home to the Guringai people before European settlement. The suburb derives its name from Clontarf in Ireland, associated with the historic Battle of Clontarf. During the 19th century, the location gained notoriety as the site of an assassination attempt on Prince Alfred, the Duke of Edinburgh, who was shot while attending a picnic at Clontarf Reserve in 1868. This event led to the establishment of the Prince Alfred Sailors Home in Sydney and shaped the early profile of Clontarf as a recreational destination.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other offences | 15 | 7 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 4 | 6 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 3 | 10 |
| Fraud | 3 | 4 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 3 |
| Steal from dwelling | 3 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 5 |
| Other theft | 2 | 2 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 2 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 4 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 2 |
| Offensive conduct | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,746 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.