Fairfield LGA crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
10,990 recorded in this period, compared with 11,208 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Fairfield
The City of Fairfield is a local government area located in the Greater Western Sydney region of New South Wales, approximately 30 kilometres southwest of the Sydney central business district. Spanning roughly 102 square kilometres, the geography is characterized by suburban residential zones interspersed with industrial pockets and significant parklands along the Prospect and Orphan School Creeks. Fairfield is a culturally diverse area in Australia, with a high proportion of residents born overseas. This multicultural identity is reflected in the area’s linguistic diversity, with a significant percentage of the population speaking a language other than English at home.
The region is served by a comprehensive network of local amenities, including the Fairfield City Centre, which functions as a major commercial and transport hub with rail links to the Sydney CBD. Local life is defined by its vibrant ethnic enclaves, which support a wide array of international dining, markets, and cultural institutions. Residents have access to extensive public spaces, including the Fairfield Showground and numerous community centres that facilitate local events. Educational and health infrastructure is supported by a variety of schools and local medical facilities designed to serve the needs of a growing, multi-generational population.
The history of the Fairfield area traces back to the traditional custodianship of the Cabrogal people of the Darug Nation. Following European settlement in the early 19th century, the region transitioned from agricultural land—marked by orchards and market gardens—to a site of rapid suburban expansion in the post-World War II era. This growth was driven by the arrival of successive waves of migrants, which fundamentally shaped the area's social fabric. Today, the local government manages a heritage landscape that includes several preserved 19th-century homesteads and historical sites that document the transition from colonial farming life to the contemporary urban environment.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Transport regulatory offences | 1,521 | 1,571 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1,180 | 1,130 |
| Fraud | 938 | 989 |
| Harassment threatening | 915 | 907 |
| Malicious damage to property | 802 | 808 |
| Assault - domestic violence | 750 | 824 |
| Assault - non-domestic violence | 653 | 650 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 567 | 614 |
| Steal from retail store | 497 | 409 |
| Other theft | 377 | 351 |
| Breach AVO | 370 | 378 |
| Sexual Offences | 338 | 303 |
| Possession use of cannabis | 322 | 260 |
| Prohibited weapons offences | 274 | 289 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 251 | 356 |
| Trespass | 236 | 250 |
| Receiving stolen goods | 222 | 258 |
| Steal from dwelling | 206 | 218 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 191 | 234 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 109 | 102 |
| Arson | 75 | 58 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 64 | 79 |
| Robbery | 38 | 52 |
| Liquor offences | 34 | 40 |
| Steal from person | 29 | 35 |
| Offensive conduct | 21 | 19 |
| Offensive language | 10 | 24 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 208,475 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.