Gledswood Hills crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
241 recorded in this period, compared with 266 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Gledswood Hills
Gledswood Hills is a contemporary residential locality situated in the Macarthur region of New South Wales, within the Camden Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2557. Located approximately 55 kilometres south-west of the Sydney central business district, the suburb is characterized by rolling topography and master-planned residential developments. Demographically, it is a rapidly growing area that has attracted a high proportion of families and young professionals, resulting in a significantly younger median age compared to the greater Sydney average.
Local life and amenities in Gledswood Hills are centered around modern suburban convenience, featuring community parks, playgrounds, and interconnected walking and cycling tracks. Commercial needs are primarily serviced by the local Gledswood Hills Village, which provides everyday retail, dining, and professional services, with larger commercial hubs accessible in nearby Camden and Campbelltown. The area is also well known for the prominent Lakeside Golf Club Camden, which is integrated into the community.
Historically, the locality derives its name from the historic Gledswood homestead and estate, established in the early 19th century. The land was originally granted to James Chisholm in 1810, who named the property after his family's ancestral home in Scotland. For much of its history, the area was defined by rural land use, primarily agriculture and grazing, before undergoing substantial urban transformation in the 21st century to accommodate Sydney's expanding south-westerly housing corridor.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 48 | 49 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 28 | 34 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 18 | 29 |
| Malicious damage to property | 16 | 25 |
| Other theft | 16 | 12 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 15 | 9 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 10 | 9 |
| Breach bail conditions | 10 | 12 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 10 | 2 |
| Steal from dwelling | 9 | 9 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 9 | 15 |
| Steal from retail store | 9 | 5 |
| Liquor offences | 5 | 2 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 5 | 2 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 5 | 4 |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 4 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 4 | 2 |
| Other offences | 3 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 6,112 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.