Jannali crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
303 recorded in this period, compared with 270 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Jannali
Jannali is a residential suburb located in southern Sydney, within the Sutherland Shire local government area, carrying the postcode 2226. Situated approximately 28 kilometres south of the Sydney central business district, the locality is characterised by its hilly terrain and dense native bushland typical of the greater Sutherland Shire. Demographically, Jannali is primarily a family-oriented area, featuring a mix of mid-century detached housing, modern townhouses, and medium-density apartments clustered around its commercial centre.
Local life in Jannali is centred around the railway station and the adjoining commercial strip along Railway Crescent and Box Road, which provides essential retail services, cafes, and local businesses. The suburb is well-serviced by the Illawarra railway line, offering direct commuter rail access to Sydney's CBD and Cronulla. Educational and recreational needs are supported by local public schools, numerous community parks, and sporting reserves that integrate with the surrounding natural environment.
The history of Jannali is closely linked to the expansion of the Illawarra railway line, with the locality originally developing as a timber-getting settlement before the opening of its railway platform in 1931. The suburb's name is derived from an Aboriginal word of the local Dharawal language meaning "place of the moon." Throughout the mid-20th century, post-war suburban subdivision transformed the area from bushland and orchards into the established residential community seen today.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 48 | 31 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 34 | 47 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 32 | 16 |
| Malicious damage to property | 29 | 26 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 28 | 18 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 15 | 15 |
| Steal from dwelling | 14 | 10 |
| Breach bail conditions | 12 | 20 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 12 | 3 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 11 | 6 |
| Other theft | 9 | 8 |
| Trespass | 7 | 8 |
| Sexual assault | 6 | 5 |
| Criminal intent | 5 | 2 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 4 | 3 |
| Fraud | 4 | 5 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 4 | 1 |
| Other offences | 3 | 4 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 6,632 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.