Kembla Grange crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
267 recorded in this period, compared with 207 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Kembla Grange
Kembla Grange is a semi-rural and residential suburb located in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, situated approximately 10 kilometres southwest of Wollongong's central business district. Falling within the City of Wollongong local government area and the 2526 postcode, the locality is characterised by a mix of low-density residential pockets, expansive horse-breeding properties, and industrial or commercial zones. The area's geography is defined by its position at the foothills of the Illawarra escarpment, providing a transition between the coastal plain and the surrounding mountain ranges.
The suburb is most widely known for the Kembla Grange Racecourse, a major regional thoroughbred racing facility operated by the Illawarra Turf Club, which serves as a central hub for local sport and entertainment. Local life is quiet and community-oriented, blending rural-residential living with accessibility to major urban amenities via the Princes Motorway and the South Coast railway line, which features a local railway station. While retail and commercial services are primarily accessed in nearby suburbs like Dapto or Wollongong, Kembla Grange also encompasses a growing industrial estate that supports local employment and commerce.
European history in the area dates back to the early 19th century, when land grants were issued for agriculture and cedar-getting, taking advantage of the fertile soils and proximity to water sources. Over subsequent decades, the locality evolved from large pastoral holdings and dairy farms into a specialised area for equestrian activities, while retaining much of its historic rural character. Today, heritage elements remain visible through historic homesteads and the long-standing infrastructure associated with the region's agricultural and racing past.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Transport regulatory offences | 137 | 81 |
| Steal from retail store | 25 | 15 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 12 | 22 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 10 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 10 | 10 |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 9 | 5 |
| Other theft | 8 | 12 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 6 | 6 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 5 | 4 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 5 | 5 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 4 | 3 |
| Trespass | 4 | 2 |
| Breach bail conditions | 3 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 3 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 3 | 1 |
| Arson | 2 | 7 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,452 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.