Clovelly crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
110 recorded in this period, compared with 114 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Clovelly
Clovelly is a coastal suburb located in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney, New South Wales, situated 8 kilometres east of the Sydney central business district within the local government area of the City of Randwick (Postcode 2031). Geographically defined by its narrow, protected bay—historically known as Little Coogee—the suburb is nestled between Bronte to the north and Coogee to the south. Demographically, it is a predominantly residential area characterised by medium to high-density housing, a stable population of professionals and families, and higher-than-average median property values typical of Sydney's coastal strip.
Local life in Clovelly centres heavily around outdoor recreation, coastal activities, and community amenities. The suburb is anchored by Clovelly Beach, which features concrete promenade areas, ocean pools, and calm waters due to the protective bay, making it popular for swimming, snorkelling, and families. A small commercial strip along Burnie Street provides essential retail services, cafes, and dining options. The suburb is well-connected to public transport via regional bus networks linking residents to Bondi Junction and the Sydney CBD, and it forms a key section of the Federation Cliff Walk.
Historically, the area was traditionally inhabited by the Cadigal people of the Eora nation before European settlement in the late 18th century. Originally named Little Coogee, the bay and surrounding land were acquired and developed throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries, with the suburb officially being renamed Clovelly in 1913, inspired by the picturesque village of Clovelly in Devon, England. The area's heritage is preserved through several historic residential buildings, early 20th-century civic infrastructure, and its enduring identity as a historic seaside community.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 17 | 12 |
| Malicious damage to property | 12 | 17 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 11 | 6 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 11 | 4 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 10 | 4 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 9 | 10 |
| Fraud | 7 | 13 |
| Other theft | 5 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 4 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 3 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 3 |
| Other offences | 2 | 2 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 3 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 1 |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Dealing, trafficking in cocaine | 1 | 1 |
| Offensive conduct | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 4,887 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.