Killara crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
119 recorded in this period, compared with 151 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Killara
Killara is an affluent residential suburb located on the Upper North Shore of Sydney, New South Wales, situated 14 kilometres north-west of the Sydney central business district within the Ku-ring-gai Council local government area (postcode 2071). Spanning a hilly and heavily treed landscape typical of the region, the suburb is characterised by substantial detached family homes nestled among native bushland and manicured gardens. Demographically, Killara is predominantly residential with a population that features a high proportion of families and professionals, reflecting the area's strong socioeconomic status and demand for quality residential living.
The suburb is well-serviced by public infrastructure, most notably Killara railway station on the North Shore & Western Line of the Sydney Trains network, which provides direct commuter access to the CBD. Local amenities include neighbourhood commercial strips featuring cafes, specialty shops, and essential services, primarily located near the railway station. Killara is also home to several prominent educational institutions, including Killara High School and independent private schools, alongside numerous public parks, ovals, and recreational facilities that cater to the local community.
Historically, the area's development accelerated following the opening of the North Shore railway line in 1890, with "Killara" officially gazetted as a railway station and suburb name in 1899. The name is derived from an Aboriginal word meaning "always there" or "permanent." During the early to mid-20th century, the suburb grew significantly as a showcase of domestic architecture, featuring notable Federation homes, Californian bungalows, and modernist designs by acclaimed Australian architects such as Harry Seidler. Today, Killara retains a strong heritage identity, with numerous properties and conservation areas protected for their historical and architectural significance.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 25 | 25 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 17 | 15 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 11 | 11 |
| Malicious damage to property | 10 | 13 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 10 | 12 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 6 | 14 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 5 | 7 |
| Trespass | 5 | 3 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 4 | 2 |
| Steal from dwelling | 4 | 10 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 3 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 3 |
| Liquor offences | 2 | 2 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 10 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 10,620 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.