Dawes Point crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
70 recorded in this period, compared with 72 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Dawes Point
Dawes Point is a small, waterfront harborside suburb located in the City of Sydney local government area, sharing the 2000 postcode. Situated at the northernmost tip of the Sydney central business district, the locality is geographically defined by its prominent position beneath the southern approach of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and along the shores of Sydney Harbour, offering direct views of Walsh Bay and Circular Quay.
The area functions primarily as a historic residential and upscale lifestyle precinct. Local life is characterized by a mix of heritage residences, high-density apartments, and parklands such as Dawes Point Park (Walsh Bay), which provides public recreational space directly adjacent to the harbor. Amenities include local dining establishments, boutique hotels, and pedestrian access to the broader cultural and commercial offerings of the Sydney CBD.
Named after Lieutenant William Dawes, who established Australia's first observatory nearby in 1788, the suburb is one of Sydney’s oldest European settlements and holds significant heritage value. It features numerous preserved colonial and Victorian-era structures, alongside major 20th-century infrastructure most notably associated with the construction of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other offences | 15 | 5 |
| Other theft | 11 | 7 |
| Liquor offences | 6 | 7 |
| Malicious damage to property | 5 | 6 |
| Fraud | 4 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 3 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 6 |
| Steal from dwelling | 3 | 0 |
| Trespass | 3 | 3 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 3 |
| Offensive conduct | 2 | 3 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 1 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 2 | 1 |
| Steal from retail store | 2 | 2 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Dealing, trafficking in cocaine | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 2 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 385 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.