Bayside LGA crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
8,677 recorded in this period, compared with 8,360 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bayside
Bayside Council is a local government area located in the southeastern suburbs of Sydney, New South Wales, bordering Botany Bay. Established in 2016 through the amalgamation of the City of Botany Bay and the City of Rockdale, the region covers a diverse landscape ranging from industrial zones and the Sydney Airport precinct to dense residential neighborhoods and coastal reserves. The area is characterized by a culturally diverse population, with a significant proportion of residents born overseas, contributing to a vibrant demographic profile across suburbs such as Mascot, Brighton-Le-Sands, and Eastgardens.
Local life in Bayside is defined by its proximity to both the central business district and the waterfront. Residents have access to extensive recreational facilities, including the popular Lady Robinson Beach and various public parks that line the shores of Botany Bay. The LGA serves as a major commercial and transport hub, housing critical infrastructure such as Port Botany and Sydney Airport, which drive much of the area’s economic activity. Major shopping centers like Westfield Eastgardens provide significant retail services, while the diverse culinary scene reflects the area's multicultural heritage.
The history of the Bayside area is deeply intertwined with the early European exploration of Australia, most notably the 1770 landing of Captain James Cook at Botany Bay. Historically, the region evolved from indigenous lands occupied by the Eora nation into a patchwork of industrial sites and suburban developments. Heritage conservation remains a priority for the council, which maintains various historical landmarks and sites of cultural significance. These include colonial-era architecture and natural sites that commemorate the region's pivotal role in the early development of the Sydney basin.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Transport regulatory offences | 1,083 | 812 |
| Fraud | 740 | 849 |
| Harassment threatening | 675 | 671 |
| Malicious damage to property | 667 | 767 |
| Steal from retail store | 633 | 554 |
| Assault - domestic violence | 577 | 607 |
| Breach bail conditions | 564 | 511 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 479 | 389 |
| Assault - non-domestic violence | 456 | 461 |
| Steal from dwelling | 434 | 357 |
| Other theft | 370 | 419 |
| Breach AVO | 362 | 342 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 263 | 247 |
| Sexual Offences | 244 | 235 |
| Trespass | 214 | 172 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 197 | 248 |
| Possession use of cannabis | 194 | 140 |
| Prohibited weapons offences | 163 | 148 |
| Receiving stolen goods | 116 | 99 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 65 | 87 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 65 | 72 |
| Offensive conduct | 28 | 30 |
| Steal from person | 28 | 42 |
| Liquor offences | 20 | 26 |
| Arson | 19 | 37 |
| Robbery | 15 | 26 |
| Offensive language | 6 | 12 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 175,184 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.