Darlinghurst crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1,961 recorded in this period, compared with 1,759 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Darlinghurst
Darlinghurst is an inner-eastern suburb of Sydney, New South Wales, located within the City of Sydney local government area and the 2010 postcode district. Situated immediately east of the Sydney central business district, the locality is densely populated and characterized by a mix of historic terrace housing, modern medium-density apartments, and commercial thoroughfares such as Oxford Street. The demographic profile is predominantly urban, featuring a high proportion of single-person households, young professionals, and a prominent LGBTQ+ community.
The suburb functions as a vibrant commercial, cultural, and healthcare hub. Oxford Street serves as a primary retail and entertainment corridor, historically recognized as the focal point of Sydney’s gay and lesbian community and the birthplace of the Sydney Mardi Gras. Darlinghurst is also a major medical precinct, housing prominent institutions such as St Vincent's Hospital and the Kinghorn Cancer Centre. The area is well-serviced by public transport, including proximity to the Eastern Suburbs railway line and numerous bus routes connecting it to the broader metropolitan area.
Historically, the area developed from its colonial origins as a ridge-top settlement overlooking Sydney Cove and Woolloomooloo, initially known as Woolloomooloo Heights before being renamed in 1833 in honor of Elizabeth Darling, wife of Governor Ralph Darling. During the 19th and early 20th centuries, the locality transitioned from sprawling rural estates into a densely built working-class neighborhood. This heritage is preserved in numerous Victorian-era terrace houses, historic pubs, and significant public buildings, including the former Darlinghurst Gaol—now home to the National Art School—which reflect the area's complex architectural and social history.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 204 | 190 |
| Other theft | 145 | 135 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 115 | 109 |
| Malicious damage to property | 114 | 144 |
| Liquor offences | 113 | 105 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 92 | 55 |
| Steal from dwelling | 72 | 59 |
| Other drug offences | 68 | 52 |
| Breach bail conditions | 66 | 47 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 63 | 59 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 58 | 45 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 55 | 30 |
| Fraud | 53 | 76 |
| Trespass | 51 | 42 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 49 | 28 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 48 | 45 |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 47 | 19 |
| Steal from retail store | 44 | 54 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 10,615 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.