Liverpool LGA crime statistics

About Liverpool

The City of Liverpool is a local government area located in the south-western suburbs of Sydney, New South Wales, spanning approximately 305 square kilometres. Its geography is defined by the Georges River, which traverses the region, separating urbanised residential zones from the semi-rural landscapes of its western fringes. The area is characterised by a diverse and rapidly growing population, reflecting a multicultural demographic with significant proportions of residents from non-English speaking backgrounds.

Liverpool serves as a major commercial and transport hub for Sydney’s south-west, anchored by the Liverpool City Centre, which provides extensive retail, medical, and administrative services. The area features numerous public parks, recreational facilities, and educational institutions, including campuses for Western Sydney University and TAFE NSW. Infrastructure development remains a priority, with the area strategically positioned to support the expanding connectivity of the Greater Western Sydney region.

Established in 1810 by Governor Lachlan Macquarie, Liverpool is one of the oldest urban settlements in Australia. Historically, it served as a significant agricultural and convict-era centre, reflected today in several preserved colonial-era buildings and landmarks, such as the Liverpool Hospital site and various heritage-listed homesteads. Over the centuries, the area has transitioned from a small frontier town into a significant metropolitan centre, balancing its colonial roots with contemporary urban development.

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.

• NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research
• ABS 2021 Census · LGA 14900
• NSW Spatial Services
• Methodology, updates and corrections