Eastgardens crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
740 recorded in this period, compared with 602 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Eastgardens
Eastgardens is an urban suburb located 9 kilometres south of the Sydney central business district, within the Bayside Council local government area and the postcode 2036. Geographically, it is a compact, predominantly commercial and residential locality bounded by the surrounding suburbs of Maroubra, Pagewood, and Hillsdale. Demographically, Eastgardens reflects a multicultural urban population, characterized by a mix of medium-density residential housing, townhouses, and apartment complexes that accommodate families, professionals, and a diverse community.
The suburb is primarily defined by Westfield Eastgardens, one of the major regional shopping centres in Sydney's eastern suburbs, which serves as a central retail, dining, and employment hub for the broader Bayside region. The locality also features open green spaces, most notably Mutch Park, which provides local residents with recreational facilities, playgrounds, and sporting fields. Public transport links connect Eastgardens to the Sydney CBD, major employment precincts, and nearby beaches via regional bus services.
Historically, Eastgardens is a relatively modern suburb that was officially gazetted in 1999, having previously been considered part of Pagewood. The area's development was largely shaped by post-war industrial expansion and subsequent urban renewal, transitioning from industrial and vacant land into a planned retail and residential precinct. It sits within the traditional lands of the Bidjigal and Gadigal peoples of the Eora nation, whose rich cultural heritage is foundational to the region's history.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from retail store | 305 | 225 |
| Trespass | 62 | 48 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 42 | 41 |
| Other theft | 40 | 48 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 33 | 27 |
| Fraud | 30 | 26 |
| Malicious damage to property | 30 | 26 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 29 | 14 |
| Breach bail conditions | 26 | 18 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 22 | 19 |
| Steal from dwelling | 13 | 15 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 13 | 13 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 12 | 3 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 11 | 7 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 9 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 8 | 9 |
| Offensive conduct | 7 | 3 |
| Other offences | 4 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 4,086 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.