East Lindfield crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
40 recorded in this period, compared with 49 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About East Lindfield
East Lindfield is an affluent residential suburb located 12 kilometres north-east of the Sydney central business district, within the Ku-ring-gai local government area and the 2070 postcode. Spanning a primarily residential footprint, the suburb is characterised by leafy, tree-lined streets and borders Garigal National Park to the east, providing a distinct bushland interface. Demographically, East Lindfield is an established, family-oriented community featuring a high proportion of detached residential dwellings.
Local life and amenities are centered around the local community's needs, featuring a small commercial strip on Middle Harbour Road with essential retail, dining, and professional services. Education is a key focal point for the area, which is served by East Lindfield Public School and proximity to several leading public and private schools across the broader Ku-ring-gai council area. The suburb is well-connected by bus services linking residents to nearby railway stations on the T1 North Shore line, such as Lindfield and Killara, facilitating access to major employment hubs.
Historically, the area formed part of the traditional lands of the Guringai people before European settlement. Urban development accelerated significantly following the post-World War II housing boom, transitioning the locality from bushland and market gardens into a sought-after suburban enclave. Today, East Lindfield retains architectural examples of mid-century residential design, sitting alongside contemporary updates while preserving its quiet, green character.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 8 | 5 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 6 | 3 |
| Malicious damage to property | 4 | 4 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 7 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 2 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 1 |
| Trespass | 2 | 1 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 3 |
| Dealing, trafficking in cocaine | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 3 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 2 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,710 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.