Dharruk crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
179 recorded in this period, compared with 184 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Dharruk
Dharruk is a residential suburb located in the western region of Greater Sydney, within the City of Blacktown local government area and the 2770 postcode district. Positioned approximately 42 kilometres west of the Sydney central business district, the suburb is primarily characterised by low-density residential housing. Demographically, Dharruk shares the multicultural profile and population characteristics typical of the outer western Sydney growth corridors, featuring a mix of families and established communities.
Local life and amenities in Dharruk are tailored to its residential function. The suburb is serviced by local neighbourhood shopping facilities, parks, and community spaces, with more extensive commercial, retail, and transport services available in nearby hubs such as Mount Druitt. Educational needs are met by local public schools serving the primary and secondary sectors. Public transport connectivity is provided via regional bus networks linking residents to the broader Blacktown and Mount Druitt transport interchanges.
Prior to European settlement, the area was inhabited by the Darug people, the traditional custodians of the region. The suburb's name is derived from an Aboriginal word associated with the local Indigenous heritage. Much of the land remained agricultural and rural through the 19th and early 20th centuries until the mid-20th century, when government housing initiatives and urban expansion transformed Dharruk into a planned residential suburb to accommodate Sydney's post-war population growth.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 27 | 36 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 25 | 21 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 15 | 10 |
| Malicious damage to property | 12 | 23 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 11 | 16 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 8 | 11 |
| Other offences | 7 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 7 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 6 | 4 |
| Fraud | 6 | 11 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 6 | 3 |
| Steal from dwelling | 6 | 8 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 5 | 5 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 4 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 4 | 7 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 4 | 6 |
| Trespass | 4 | 4 |
| Arson | 3 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,806 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.