Leonay crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
59 recorded in this period, compared with 54 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Leonay
Leonay is a residential suburb located in the Greater Western Sydney region of New South Wales, within the City of Penrith local government area and the 2750 postcode. Situated approximately 55 kilometres west of the Sydney central business district, the suburb is bounded to the north by the Nepean River and sits immediately adjacent to the foot of the Blue Mountains. Geographically, it features a mix of elevated terrain offering views of the surrounding valley and lower-lying residential pockets. Demographically, Leonay is primarily populated by families and established households, sharing cultural and socio-economic characteristics typical of outer-metropolitan Sydney residential areas.
Local life in Leonay is defined by a quiet, suburban atmosphere with a strong emphasis on recreation and community amenity. The suburb contains local parks, walking tracks, and is closely associated with the Glenmore Heritage Valley Golf Club, which occupies a significant portion of the local landscape. Commercial amenities within Leonay are limited due to its residential nature, but it relies on neighbouring suburbs such as Emu Plains and the major regional hub of Penrith for comprehensive retail, healthcare, and secondary education services. Transport connectivity is provided via the Great Western Highway and proximity to the Emu Plains railway station.
Historically, the area formed part of the traditional lands of the Darug people prior to European settlement. The suburb's modern name and development trace back to the mid-20th century, evolving from rural and pastoral holdings associated with the expansion of the outer western suburbs of Sydney. Over subsequent decades, land releases transformed Leonay into the planned residential community seen today, while retaining its geographical separation from surrounding industrial and commercial zones by natural boundaries like the Nepean River and the lower Blue Mountains escarpment.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from motor vehicle | 13 | 7 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 9 | 4 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 7 | 8 |
| Malicious damage to property | 6 | 10 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 3 | 0 |
| Fraud | 3 | 5 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Other offences | 2 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 2 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 4 |
| Liquor offences | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 2 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,582 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.