Guildford West crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
221 recorded in this period, compared with 251 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Guildford West
Guildford West is a primarily residential suburb located in the western region of Sydney, New South Wales, positioned approximately 26 kilometres west of the Sydney central business district. Situated within the Cumberland City Council local government area and sharing the 2161 postcode, the locality is bounded by major transport routes and commercial hubs such as Guildford and Merrylands. Demographically, Guildford West reflects the multicultural composition of greater western Sydney, featuring a diverse population with a mix of young families and established households living predominantly in single-detached dwellings, alongside some medium-density townhouses and flats.
Local life and amenities in Guildford West are centred around community-oriented services, local parks, and neighbourhood retail strips that meet daily convenience needs. Prominent green spaces, such as McCredie Park, provide facilities for local sports, recreation, and community gatherings. Educational and religious infrastructure, including local primary schools and places of worship, serve the residential population, while broader commercial, secondary education, and health services are easily accessible in the adjacent town centres of Guildford, Fairfield, and Parramatta.
Historically, Guildford West and the broader Cumberland region were traditional lands of the Darug people before European settlement in the late 18th century. The area transitioned from rural grants and agricultural use—characterised by orchards and poultry farming during the 19th and early 20th centuries—into a suburban residential area. This transformation accelerated following the post-World War II housing boom, which shaped the current grid-like residential layout and architectural character of the suburb.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 33 | 26 |
| Malicious damage to property | 22 | 20 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 20 | 15 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 19 | 33 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 15 | 16 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 13 | 16 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 12 | 11 |
| Fraud | 11 | 19 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 8 | 8 |
| Arson | 7 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 7 | 6 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 6 | 6 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 6 | 7 |
| Criminal intent | 4 | 1 |
| Other offences against the person | 4 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 4 | 3 |
| Pornography offences | 3 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 3 | 7 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 5,762 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.