Leppington crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
644 recorded in this period, compared with 608 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Leppington
Leppington is a rapidly developing suburb located in the south-western region of Sydney, New South Wales, within the Camden Council local government area and the 2179 postcode. Geographically, it bridges the metropolitan sprawl of outer south-western Sydney and the broader Macarthur region. Demographically, Leppington has undergone a significant transformation from a semi-rural farming area into a major urban growth centre, attracting a diverse and rapidly growing population of young families and professionals.
The local lifestyle and amenities are centered around the ongoing transition from rural acreage to master-planned residential communities. The opening of the Leppington railway station on the Airport and South Coast line catalyzed significant transit-oriented development, linking the area to the Sydney CBD and Greater Western Sydney. The locality features emerging local shopping precincts, parks, and educational facilities designed to support the expanding population, alongside remaining pockets of semi-rural character.
Historically, the area was traditionally inhabited by the Tharawal and Darug peoples before European settlement in the early 19th century. Originally known for agriculture, grazing, and poultry farming, Leppington's heritage is preserved through remnants of its rural past, including historic homesteads and rural landscapes. In recent decades, the NSW Government's designation of Leppington as a priority growth area under the South West Growth Precinct has driven its accelerated rezoning and urban development.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 63 | 57 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 62 | 47 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 58 | 60 |
| Fraud | 52 | 58 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 50 | 34 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 45 | 57 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 38 | 25 |
| Other theft | 37 | 23 |
| Steal from retail store | 28 | 17 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 20 | 31 |
| Steal from dwelling | 19 | 25 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 17 | 22 |
| Breach bail conditions | 17 | 16 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 17 | 11 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 14 | 12 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 10 | 15 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 10 | 12 |
| Trespass | 10 | 9 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 9,423 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.