Huntleys Cove crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
6 recorded in this period, compared with 10 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Huntleys Cove
Huntleys Cove is a small, affluent waterfront suburb located 9 kilometres north-west of the Sydney central business district, within the Municipality of Hunters Hill local government area and the 2111 postcode. Situated on a peninsula bounded by the Parramatta River and Tarban Creek, the suburb is characterized by its quiet, secluded residential environment, modern medium-density housing, and extensive bushland reserves. According to demographic data, the population consists predominantly of established families and professionals, reflecting the area's high median property values and proximity to major employment hubs.
The locality functions primarily as a residential enclave, supported by local parks, walking trails along the waterfront, and community recreational facilities such as tennis courts and swimming pools. While Huntleys Cove itself contains minimal commercial retail space, residents rely on the neighboring commercial precincts of Hunters Hill, Gladesville, and Drummoyne for shopping, dining, and professional services. The suburb is accessible via major arterial roads and local bus networks, with ferry services operating from nearby wharves providing alternative transport to the Sydney CBD.
Historically, the land was originally inhabited by the Wallumedegal people before European settlement in the late 18th century. The suburb derives its name from Hunter's Hill, which was named after Governor John Hunter, and historically developed as part of the broader Hunters Hill municipality known for its 19th-century colonial architecture. A significant phase in the modern history of Huntleys Cove occurred in the late 20th century with the redevelopment of the former Gladesville Hospital grounds into a master-planned residential estate, which successfully integrated contemporary medium-density housing with the preservation of heritage-listed buildings and native landscape features.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 2 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 740 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.