Hunters Hill LGA crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
491 recorded in this period, compared with 447 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Hunters Hill
The Municipality of Hunters Hill is situated on a peninsula between the Parramatta and Lane Cove Rivers in Sydney’s Lower North Shore. Covering approximately 5.7 square kilometres, it is one of the smallest local government areas in New South Wales by land mass. The area is characterized by its hilly topography, extensive waterfrontage, and significant tree canopy. Demographically, the LGA is known for a high proportion of families and professionals, with a population that reflects high levels of educational attainment and household income compared to the Greater Sydney average.
Local life in Hunters Hill is defined by a village-style atmosphere, particularly centered around the historic Hunters Hill shopping precinct. The area features public parks, recreational reserves, and walking trails that emphasize its riverine environment. While primarily residential, the LGA contains a mix of boutique retail, cafes, and restaurants. Educational facilities are well-represented, including several long-standing independent schools that serve both the local population and the broader metropolitan region.
Established in 1861, Hunters Hill is historically recognised for its early establishment as a municipality. It is noted for its high concentration of Victorian-era architecture and stone cottages, many of which were built by 19th-century French stonemasons. The area maintains a heritage conservation focus, with the majority of the municipality designated as a conservation area to protect its character and streetscapes. Significant historic landmarks include various sandstone villas and the former site of the Figtree Bridge.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach bail conditions | 156 | 123 |
| Harassment threatening | 39 | 24 |
| Malicious damage to property | 39 | 44 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 34 | 29 |
| Fraud | 32 | 41 |
| Assault - domestic violence | 30 | 18 |
| Assault - non-domestic violence | 28 | 28 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 27 | 30 |
| Sexual Offences | 22 | 23 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 12 | 22 |
| Other theft | 12 | 8 |
| Trespass | 11 | 5 |
| Breach AVO | 10 | 8 |
| Steal from dwelling | 10 | 11 |
| Prohibited weapons offences | 9 | 3 |
| Possession use of cannabis | 6 | 2 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 3 | 7 |
| Arson | 2 | 3 |
| Liquor offences | 2 | 2 |
| Receiving stolen goods | 2 | 4 |
| Steal from retail store | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 7 |
| Robbery | 1 | 2 |
| Steal from person | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 13,559 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.