Elderslie (Camden) crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
191 recorded in this period, compared with 196 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Elderslie (Camden)
Elderslie is a predominantly residential suburb located in the Macarthur region of New South Wales, within the Camden Council local government area and the 2570 postcode. Situated approximately 60 kilometres south-west of the Sydney central business district, the locality is bounded to the east by the Nepean River. The demographic profile is characterised by rapid suburban growth, driven by new residential subdivisions that have attracted a mix of families and established households to the area.
Local life and amenities in Elderslie are supported by proximity to the historic Camden town centre and the larger commercial hub of Narellan. The suburb features local parks, walking tracks along the Nepean River corridor, and educational facilities catering to the growing family population. Transport links rely primarily on major arterial roads, including Camden Valley Way, connecting residents to the broader Macarthur region and the Hume Motorway.
The area derives its name from "Elderslie," the historic pastoral estate established by Scottish pioneer James Holt in the early 19th century. Historically defined by large rural landholdings and agriculture, the locality has undergone a significant transition from rural acreage to modern suburban housing over the late 20th and early 21st centuries, while retaining strong historical ties to the broader heritage of the Camden district.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 35 | 29 |
| Malicious damage to property | 22 | 16 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 19 | 18 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 18 | 8 |
| Breach bail conditions | 11 | 12 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 10 | 5 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 9 | 6 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 9 | 11 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 7 | 10 |
| Fraud | 7 | 17 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 7 | 8 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 5 | 5 |
| Steal from dwelling | 5 | 3 |
| Other drug offences | 3 | 3 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 3 | 4 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 3 | 2 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 11 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 0 |
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.