Burwood LGA crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3,059 recorded in this period, compared with 2,652 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Burwood
The Municipality of Burwood is a small, densely populated local government area in Sydney’s Inner West, covering approximately seven square kilometres. It is situated about 10 kilometres west of the Sydney central business district and includes the suburbs of Burwood, Burwood Heights, Enfield, and parts of Croydon and Strathfield. The area is characterized by a culturally diverse population, with a significant proportion of residents identifying as having Chinese or other East Asian ancestry, which is reflected in the demographic data of the region.
The LGA serves as a major commercial and transport hub, anchored by the Burwood railway station and the bustling Burwood Road retail precinct, which features extensive shopping centers and diverse dining options. The area is well-serviced by public transport, connecting residents to the Sydney CBD and Greater Western Sydney. Notable green spaces, such as Burwood Park, provide essential recreational areas within the high-density urban environment. The district is also recognized for its significant educational infrastructure, hosting several prominent private and public schools.
Historically, the area was inhabited by the Wangal people of the Eora nation before European settlement in the early 19th century. Following the granting of land to colonial officials and free settlers, Burwood developed as an affluent residential area for Sydney’s professional class during the Victorian and Federation eras. This history is preserved through a wealth of heritage-listed architecture, including grand 19th-century mansions and historic civic buildings that line many of the area’s streets. Today, the LGA balances the preservation of its heritage assets with ongoing urban intensification and high-density residential development.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach bail conditions | 567 | 375 |
| Steal from retail store | 401 | 273 |
| Fraud | 272 | 326 |
| Harassment threatening | 200 | 149 |
| Assault - non-domestic violence | 159 | 153 |
| Malicious damage to property | 150 | 160 |
| Liquor offences | 145 | 10 |
| Assault - domestic violence | 129 | 137 |
| Other theft | 122 | 164 |
| Steal from dwelling | 120 | 155 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 98 | 69 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 91 | 121 |
| Sexual Offences | 76 | 59 |
| Possession use of cannabis | 69 | 51 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 67 | 89 |
| Prohibited weapons offences | 62 | 49 |
| Trespass | 53 | 45 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 52 | 58 |
| Receiving stolen goods | 52 | 63 |
| Breach AVO | 50 | 63 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 45 | 26 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 32 | 12 |
| Steal from person | 19 | 17 |
| Robbery | 14 | 14 |
| Offensive conduct | 9 | 3 |
| Arson | 3 | 8 |
| Offensive language | 2 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 40,217 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.