Fairfield West crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
415 recorded in this period, compared with 331 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Fairfield West
Fairfield West is a residential suburb located in the western suburbs of Sydney, New South Wales, positioned 29 kilometres west of the Sydney central business district within the Local Government Area of the City of Fairfield (Postcode: 2165). Geographically bounded by major arterial routes and local waterways including Prospect Creek, the suburb is characterised by a mix of traditional residential housing, medium-density townhouses, and local commercial pockets. Demographically, Fairfield West reflects the broader multicultural identity of the Fairfield LGA, hosting a diverse population with significant overseas-born communities, particularly from South-East Asia and the Middle East, contributing to a rich linguistic and cultural diversity.
Local life and amenities in Fairfield West are centred around neighbourhood shopping strips, notably along Hamilton Road and Polding Street, which provide essential retail services, grocers, and dining options reflecting the area's multicultural demographics. The suburb is well-serviced by public infrastructure, including local parks, sports fields such as Endeavour Sports Reserve, and community facilities. Educational needs are met by a selection of local public primary and high schools, while broader commercial and transport connections are accessible via nearby major centres like Fairfield and Cabramatta.
Historically part of the traditional lands of the Darug nation, the Fairfield district was opened for European settlement in the early 19th century, initially serving as agricultural land. The area underwent significant transformation following the post-World War II suburban expansion of Sydney, which saw broad-acre farming replaced by residential housing estates to accommodate a growing population. Over the subsequent decades, Fairfield West evolved into a settled urban community, shaped by successive waves of migration that have continuously defined its social fabric and local heritage.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 63 | 45 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 54 | 42 |
| Fraud | 37 | 34 |
| Malicious damage to property | 33 | 36 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 24 | 14 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 23 | 23 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 23 | 25 |
| Steal from dwelling | 18 | 11 |
| Sexual assault | 16 | 8 |
| Steal from retail store | 15 | 2 |
| Breach bail conditions | 11 | 10 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 10 | 5 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 10 | 8 |
| Other theft | 10 | 3 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 6 | 5 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 6 | 7 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 6 | 7 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 5 | 9 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 12,981 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.