Kirrawee crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
454 recorded in this period, compared with 557 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Kirrawee
Kirrawee is a suburb in southern Sydney, located 25 kilometres south of the Sydney central business district in the local government area of the Sutherland Shire (Postcode: 2232). Geographically bounded by Gymea to the east, Sutherland to the south, and Royal National Park bushlands towards the west, the locality features a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial zones. The suburb is primarily residential, accommodating a stable population of families, professionals, and retirees within its tree-lined streets and established housing.
Local life and amenities in Kirrawee are centred around its transport infrastructure and commercial hubs. The suburb is serviced by the Kirrawee railway station on the T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra Line, providing direct public transit access to Sydney's CBD and Cronulla. Retail and commercial services are available along Princes Highway, as well as the South Village shopping precinct, which includes supermarkets and dining options. The area also encompasses local parks, sporting fields, and educational facilities, supporting the daily needs of the local community.
Historically, the area's development was spurred by the expansion of the Illawarra railway line in the late 19th century, with the Kirrawee railway station opening in 1939. The name "Kirrawee" is widely considered to have Aboriginal origins, often associated with local botanical references. Originally characterised by bushland and market gardens, the suburb gradually transitioned through the 20th century into a residential area alongside a prominent light industrial sector, which has increasingly evolved into mixed-use and modern residential spaces.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 66 | 60 |
| Steal from retail store | 47 | 62 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 42 | 30 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 36 | 42 |
| Malicious damage to property | 31 | 47 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 27 | 72 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 20 | 24 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 19 | 17 |
| Steal from dwelling | 17 | 23 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 16 | 10 |
| Breach bail conditions | 14 | 15 |
| Liquor offences | 11 | 8 |
| Trespass | 10 | 10 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 9 | 17 |
| Other theft | 9 | 10 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 8 | 11 |
| Other offences | 7 | 13 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 7 | 12 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 11,007 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.