Denistone crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
95 recorded in this period, compared with 55 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Denistone
Denistone is a predominantly residential suburb located 15 kilometres north-west of the Sydney central business district, within the City of Ryde local government area and the 2114 postcode. Geographically compact and bounded by major transport corridors and neighboring suburbs such as West Ryde and Eastwood, Denistone features a mix of traditional Federation homes, mid-century brick residences, and contemporary medium-density developments. According to 2021 census data, the demographic profile is characterized by a culturally diverse population, with a significant proportion of residents having Asian ancestry, alongside families and professional commuters.
Local life in Denistone is defined by quiet, leafy residential streets and a relaxed suburban atmosphere. While the suburb itself contains minimal commercial retail space, residents rely on the immediate commercial hubs of West Ryde and Eastwood for shopping, dining, and professional services. The area is well-serviced by public transport, featuring the Denistone railway station on the Northern Line, which provides direct commuter access to Sydney's CBD and major employment centres. Educational and recreational needs are met by nearby schools, local parks, and sporting facilities within the City of Ryde municipality.
Historically, the area was part of the traditional lands of the Wallumedegal people before European settlement. The suburb derives its name from Denistone House, a historic mansion built in the 1830s by Richard Fitzgerald, which was named after his family estate in County Tipperary, Ireland. The subsequent subdivision of the original land grants during the late 19th and early 20th centuries—accelerated by the arrival of the railway—transformed the rural landscape into a thriving suburban community, leaving a legacy of heritage-listed properties and historical streetscapes that remain valued elements of the local environment.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Transport regulatory offences | 12 | 2 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 10 | 5 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 10 | 2 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 9 | 7 |
| Malicious damage to property | 9 | 7 |
| Fraud | 7 | 3 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 6 | 5 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 6 | 4 |
| Steal from dwelling | 5 | 2 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 3 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 3 |
| Trespass | 3 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 1 |
| Other theft | 2 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 3 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,726 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.