Leichhardt crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
814 recorded in this period, compared with 791 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Leichhardt
Leichhardt is an inner-western suburb of Sydney, New South Wales, located approximately 5 kilometres west of the Sydney central business district. It falls primarily within the local government area of the Inner West Council and shares the postcode 2040. The suburb is predominantly residential, characterized by a mix of traditional Victorian terrace housing, Federation-era homes, and contemporary medium-density developments. Demographically, Leichhardt is a densely populated and culturally diverse urban area, historically recognized as a major hub for Sydney’s Italian-Australian community, which has significantly shaped its modern cultural identity.
The commercial heart of Leichhardt is centered along Norton Street, which functions as a prominent retail, dining, and entertainment precinct renowned for its Italian restaurants, cafes, and specialty food stores. The suburb is also home to the Norton Street Cinema, the Pioneer Women's Hut memorial park, and several green spaces, including Leichhardt Oval, a historic rugby league stadium. Public transport connectivity is provided by light rail services linking the suburb to the inner west and the CBD, alongside a comprehensive network of bus routes.
Established in the 19th century, Leichhardt was named after the Prussian explorer Ludwig Leichhardt and was incorporated as a municipality in 1871 before later being amalgamated into the Inner West Council area. The suburb retains a rich architectural heritage, featuring numerous heritage-listed buildings, Victorian-era streetscapes, and former industrial sites that reflect its working-class origins. Over the decades, Leichhardt has undergone gentrification, transitioning from a predominantly manufacturing and migrant-settlement area into a sought-after inner-city residential locality while preserving notable elements of its historic built environment.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from retail store | 111 | 60 |
| Malicious damage to property | 83 | 80 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 64 | 86 |
| Fraud | 47 | 88 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 47 | 47 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 46 | 50 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 40 | 43 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 38 | 19 |
| Steal from dwelling | 36 | 38 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 33 | 17 |
| Other theft | 33 | 42 |
| Breach bail conditions | 32 | 25 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 31 | 27 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 17 | 13 |
| Dealing, trafficking in other drugs | 15 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 13 | 35 |
| Other offences | 11 | 8 |
| Trespass | 11 | 16 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 15,158 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.