Edgecliff crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
204 recorded in this period, compared with 229 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Edgecliff
Edgecliff is an affluent harbourside suburb located 4 kilometres east of the Sydney central business district, within the local government area of the Woollahra Municipality and bearing the postcode 2027. Geographically positioned on the ridges sloping down toward Rushcutters Bay and Double Bay, the locality is characterised by a mix of high-density apartment complexes, historic residences, and commercial developments. Demographically, the population comprises a high proportion of professional residents, singles, and older couples drawn to its central location and proximity to the harbor.
Local life and amenities in Edgecliff are centered around its major transport interchange, which provides both railway and bus services connecting the eastern suburbs to the Sydney CBD. The commercial precinct primarily features the Edgecliff Centre, containing retail stores, supermarkets, and medical services, complemented by surrounding street-level dining and professional offices. The suburb's elevated position and proximity to Rushcutters Bay Park afford residents easy access to recreational green spaces, marina facilities, and coastal walkways.
Historically, the area takes its name from "Edgecliff," a prominent Gothic Revival mansion built in the 1850s by pastoralist Thomas Whistler Smith on land originally granted to colonial figures such as Lieutenant Governor Maurice O'Connell. The arrival of the railway line in the late 20th century spurred significant urban renewal, transforming the landscape from large Victorian estates into the higher-density residential and commercial hub seen today. While much of the early Victorian architecture has been replaced by modern development, the suburb retains traces of its 19th-century origins through surviving heritage-listed buildings and street layouts.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from retail store | 48 | 68 |
| Fraud | 37 | 41 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 13 | 10 |
| Malicious damage to property | 12 | 14 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 10 | 10 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 7 | 10 |
| Other theft | 7 | 11 |
| Sexual assault | 7 | 3 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 7 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 6 | 8 |
| Trespass | 6 | 2 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 5 | 3 |
| Breach bail conditions | 4 | 3 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 4 | 5 |
| Steal from dwelling | 4 | 5 |
| Liquor offences | 3 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 3 | 3 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 3 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,499 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.