Kenthurst crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
113 recorded in this period, compared with 110 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Kenthurst
Kenthurst is a semi-rural suburb located in the north-west of Sydney, New South Wales, within the Hills Shire. Situated roughly 39 kilometres from the Sydney central business district, the locality is characterised by a low-density settlement pattern featuring large acreage properties, remnant native bushland, and extensive pockets of agricultural and horticultural land. According to the 2021 Australian census, Kenthurst supports a population of approximately 5,000 residents, maintaining a quiet, semi-rural demographic profile that attracts families seeking acreage living within proximity to metropolitan conveniences.
Local life in Kenthurst centres around the village shopping strip, which provides essential retail services, specialty stores, and dining options. The suburb is equipped with community infrastructure including Kenthurst Park, which features sports fields, tennis courts, and recreational facilities supporting local sporting clubs. Educational needs are met by a combination of public and private schools, while public transport is largely dependent on private vehicles, though local bus routes connect residents to major hubs such as Castle Hill and Dural.
European settlement in the area dates back to the early 19th century when the locality was initially known as Upper Dural. The region's economy was historically driven by fruit growing and citrus orchards. In the late 19th century, the area was officially named Kenthurst. While much of suburban Sydney underwent intensive urban densification, Kenthurst has retained its distinct semi-rural character through planning controls that protect its large-lot residential zoning and heritage features.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 16 | 15 |
| Arson | 12 | 16 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 11 | 5 |
| Other theft | 11 | 3 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 9 | 10 |
| Malicious damage to property | 7 | 10 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 6 | 5 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 6 | 7 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 6 | 7 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 6 | 3 |
| Steal from dwelling | 5 | 2 |
| Sexual assault | 4 | 2 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 3 | 3 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 2 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 2 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 3 |
| Other offences against the person | 1 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 5,313 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.