Kentlyn crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
37 recorded in this period, compared with 48 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Kentlyn
Kentlyn is a semi-rural suburb located in the Macarthur region of New South Wales, within the City of Campbelltown local government area and the 2560 postcode. Situated approximately 55 kilometres southwest of the Sydney central business district, the locality is defined geographically by its rugged topography, heavily wooded bushland, and boundaries formed in parts by the Georges River. Demographically, Kentlyn is characterised by a low-density population and large residential landholdings, maintaining a quiet, semi-rural character distinct from the more urbanised centres of the broader Campbelltown LGA.
Local life in Kentlyn is centered around its natural environment, offering residents a secluded, bushland-oriented lifestyle while remaining within accessible driving distance of Campbelltown's commercial, educational, and transport hubs. The area features limited commercial infrastructure, relying instead on neighbouring suburbs for major retail and services. Recreational opportunities are shaped by the natural landscape, with proximity to national parks and waterways providing settings for bushwalking and outdoor activities.
The history of the area is rooted in both Indigenous heritage and early European colonial expansion along the Georges River. Originally inhabited by the Tharawal people, the land was later explored and settled by Europeans for agricultural and timber-getting purposes. The suburb's modern identity evolved slowly through the 20th century as large rural parcels were established, and it has since been managed with an emphasis on balancing residential settlement with the preservation of its significant natural and heritage landscapes.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 6 | 2 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 5 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 4 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 4 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 1 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 3 | 4 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 3 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 2 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 2 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 4 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 2 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 1 |
| Fraud | 1 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 5 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 726 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.