Crestwood crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
166 recorded in this period, compared with 204 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Crestwood
Crestwood is an established residential suburb located in the Southern Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council local government area and the 2620 postcode. Geographically positioned immediately north-west of the Queanbeyan central business district, the suburb sits in close proximity to the Australian Capital Territory border. Demographically, Crestwood functions primarily as a dormitory suburb for the wider Queanbeyan and Canberra labour markets, characterized by a mix of detached residential housing and low-density suburban infrastructure that accommodates a diverse population of families and commuters.
Local life in Crestwood is centred on suburban residential amenity, supported by immediate access to the commercial, educational, and healthcare services of neighbouring Queanbeyan. The suburb features local parks, open green spaces, and neighborhood reserves that provide recreational opportunities for residents. Public transport links connect the area to the Queanbeyan town centre and regional employment hubs, while major arterial roads facilitate transit into the nearby ACT.
The historical development of Crestwood reflects the broader post-war and late-20th-century expansion of Queanbeyan as a key regional centre supporting the growth of Australia's national capital. Originally forming part of the traditional lands of the Ngunnawal people, the area transitioned through pastoral use before being subdivided into a modern residential suburb to meet housing demand in the region. Local heritage is largely intertwined with the broader history of the Queanbeyan-Palerang locality, retaining a suburban character shaped by decades of planned residential growth.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 19 | 25 |
| Steal from dwelling | 19 | 9 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 17 | 30 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 12 | 24 |
| Fraud | 11 | 12 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 11 | 16 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 10 | 5 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 8 | 12 |
| Sexual assault | 7 | 7 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 6 | 20 |
| Other theft | 5 | 6 |
| Breach bail conditions | 4 | 3 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 4 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 4 | 9 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 3 | 1 |
| Offensive conduct | 3 | 0 |
| Other offences | 3 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 3 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 4,936 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.