Hinchinbrook crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
259 recorded in this period, compared with 294 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Hinchinbrook
Hinchinbrook is a residential suburb located in the southwestern region of Sydney, New South Wales, within the local government area of the City of Liverpool (postcode 2168). Situated approximately 38 kilometres southwest of the Sydney central business district, the locality is bounded generally by major thoroughfares including Cowpasture Road, providing regional connectivity. Demographically, Hinchinbrook is characterised by a diverse population comprising families and multi-generational households typical of the outer western and southwestern suburbs of Sydney.
Local life in Hinchinbrook is primarily centered around low-density residential housing, complemented by local parks, reserves, and neighborhood shopping amenities that serve the immediate community. Educational and recreational needs are supported by local schools and open green spaces within the suburb, while more extensive retail, commercial, and transport services are accessible in nearby major centres such as Liverpool.
Prior to European settlement, the area was traditional land for the indigenous Dharug-speaking peoples. The suburb’s modern name and subsequent development reflect the broader post-World War II suburban expansion of the Liverpool LGA, transitioning from rural and agricultural land use into a planned residential community during the late 20th century.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 44 | 42 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 39 | 43 |
| Malicious damage to property | 28 | 24 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 24 | 18 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 16 | 20 |
| Fraud | 15 | 31 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 11 | 20 |
| Sexual assault | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 10 | 8 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 8 | 13 |
| Breach bail conditions | 6 | 8 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 6 | 13 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 5 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 5 | 12 |
| Criminal intent | 3 | 0 |
| Other drug offences | 3 | 3 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 3 | 0 |
| Arson | 2 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 11,521 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.