Colyton crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
454 recorded in this period, compared with 519 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Colyton
Colyton is a residential suburb located in the western suburbs of Sydney, New South Wales, within the City of Penrith local government area and the 2760 postcode. Situated approximately 45 kilometres west of the Sydney central business district, the locality is characterised by a mix of traditional housing and modern suburban development. According to the 2021 Australian census, Colyton supports a diverse, multicultural population with a median age broadly aligned with the greater metropolitan average.
The suburb functions primarily as a residential area supported by local retail outlets, parks, and community facilities. Residents have access to neighbourhood shopping strips, local sporting fields, and educational services, including primary schools within the area. Broader commercial, medical, and entertainment amenities are readily accessible in nearby major centres such as Penrith and Mount Druitt. Public transport links, including local bus routes and proximity to the Main Western railway line via St Marys station, facilitate commuting to regional hubs and Sydney's CBD.
Historically, the land upon which Colyton sits was traditionally inhabited by the Darug people before European settlement. The area was developed during the 19th century, transitioning from agricultural land into a burgeoning residential community alongside the expansion of Sydney’s western railway and infrastructure. While much of the built environment reflects mid-to-late 20th-century suburban expansion, the locality retains a quiet, established character rooted in its history as part of the broader Cumberland Plain.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 57 | 73 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 46 | 61 |
| Malicious damage to property | 43 | 49 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 38 | 43 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 38 | 16 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 25 | 36 |
| Sexual assault | 25 | 24 |
| Steal from retail store | 25 | 7 |
| Fraud | 18 | 22 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 16 | 13 |
| Other theft | 13 | 6 |
| Steal from dwelling | 12 | 14 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 11 | 12 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 10 | 17 |
| Breach bail conditions | 8 | 25 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 8 | 11 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 8 | 5 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 6 | 5 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 8,770 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.