Mosman LGA crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
686 recorded in this period, compared with 666 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mosman
The Municipality of Mosman is a local government area located on the Lower North Shore of Sydney, New South Wales. Situated on a rugged, hilly peninsula, it is bounded by Middle Harbour to the north and east, and Port Jackson (Sydney Harbour) to the south. The area is characterized by its significant waterfront, including notable bays such as Balmoral and Chowder Bay. Demographically, Mosman is a highly affluent residential area with a population that is predominantly professional, characterized by high median household incomes and a high proportion of owner-occupied, detached housing.
Local life in Mosman is centered around the commercial spine of Military Road, which features a variety of boutique retail outlets, cafes, and dining establishments. The area is well-regarded for its leisure amenities, most notably Balmoral Beach, a major recreational hub, and the expansive bushland reserves of Sydney Harbour National Park, which offer extensive walking trails and harbour views. The suburb also hosts Taronga Zoo, a significant cultural and tourist institution that occupies a large portion of the area’s southern coastline.
The history of the area is tied to the Cammeraygal people, the original inhabitants of the land. Following European settlement, the region was named after Archibald Mosman, a shipping merchant who established a whaling station at Mosman Bay in 1831. Throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the municipality developed as an elegant residential enclave, supported by the expansion of ferry transport and the tram network. Today, Mosman retains a significant architectural heritage, with numerous Federation-style homes and historical military fortifications preserved within its coastal parklands.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 82 | 90 |
| Harassment threatening | 60 | 45 |
| Malicious damage to property | 60 | 68 |
| Assault - non-domestic violence | 53 | 47 |
| Other theft | 52 | 47 |
| Sexual Offences | 48 | 25 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 42 | 29 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 41 | 22 |
| Steal from retail store | 41 | 36 |
| Trespass | 38 | 32 |
| Breach bail conditions | 36 | 61 |
| Assault - domestic violence | 31 | 36 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 27 | 25 |
| Steal from dwelling | 16 | 30 |
| Breach AVO | 14 | 19 |
| Possession use of cannabis | 11 | 8 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 7 | 11 |
| Prohibited weapons offences | 5 | 11 |
| Receiving stolen goods | 5 | 2 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 4 | 7 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 4 | 5 |
| Steal from person | 3 | 1 |
| Arson | 2 | 0 |
| Liquor offences | 2 | 6 |
| Offensive conduct | 2 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 28,329 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.