Emerton crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
595 recorded in this period, compared with 687 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Emerton
Emerton is a suburban locality situated in the city of Greater Western Sydney, located within the Blacktown local government area and the 2770 postcode. Geographically, it forms part of the outer western residential expanse of Sydney. Demographically, the suburb is characterized by a culturally diverse population, with a significant proportion of families and young residents. Housing in the area predominantly consists of detached residential dwellings, alongside pockets of public and social housing managed as part of the broader region's urban development framework.
Local life and amenities in Emerton are centered around community-focused retail and service hubs, including the Emerton Village shopping centre, which provides supermarkets, specialty stores, and everyday services to residents. The suburb is supported by local public schools, parks, and recreational spaces, such as sporting fields and playgrounds. Public transport connections link Emerton to major regional hubs like Mount Druitt and Blacktown, facilitating commuter access to the wider Sydney metropolitan area.
Historically, the land upon which Emerton stands was traditionally inhabited by the Darug people. The modern suburb was developed in the post-World War II era as part of Sydney's outward suburban expansion to accommodate a rapidly growing population. Named in honor of a local pioneer family, Emerton transitioned from rural acreage into a planned residential area during the latter half of the 20th century, shaped heavily by government housing initiatives of the period.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 119 | 172 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 58 | 60 |
| Steal from retail store | 55 | 50 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 49 | 37 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 36 | 50 |
| Malicious damage to property | 36 | 48 |
| Trespass | 30 | 29 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 25 | 29 |
| Breach bail conditions | 17 | 18 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 16 | 18 |
| Sexual assault | 16 | 8 |
| Other theft | 12 | 20 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 12 | 12 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 12 | 26 |
| Steal from dwelling | 12 | 10 |
| Other offences | 10 | 8 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 10 | 9 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 9 | 8 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,295 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.